Aquarius is a miscellaneous set of stars all at different distances from us, which have no connection with each other except that they constitute a (meaningless) pattern when seen from a certain (not particularly special) place in the galaxy (here).

Evolution has been observed. It's just that it hasn't been observed while it's happening.

Religion: Together we can find the cure.

In the case of Stalinism, people actually distorted science, because it was for the good of the Communist Party.

I find many of answers in the spiritual realm. That in no way compromises my ability to think rigorously as a scientist.

If Bush and Blair are eventually put on trial for war crimes, I shall not be among those pressing for them to be hanged.

Society bends over backward to be accommodating to religious sensibilities but not to other kinds of sensibilities. If I say something offensive to religious people, I'll be universally censured, including by many atheists.