An Inclusive Humanist Manifesto

Alyssa Gonzalez, , , , , , , , , ,

Humanism is shorthand. It’s a start, a summary, and a statement. In a world of ideologies that refuse to recognize my humanity or that assert that it has no value, it is a bold and clear assertion:

I matter.

I matter, because I am a person.

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This essay was originally published at The Humanist. To read it in full, click here.

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An Inclusive Humanist Manifesto

About the author

Alyssa Gonzalez has a Ph.D. in biology. Being interested in everything has made sure she knows a thing or two about everything, but her primary loves are biology, history, and sociology. Alyssa's backstory makes transgender, Hispanic, indigenous, and ex-Catholic issues and questions of particular focus. If you like what Alyssa has to say, consider becoming one of her Patreon patrons or buying her a gift .
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