In response to this op-ed column by a Catholic bishop, I sent a letter to the L.A. Times this week (not published):
I cannot agree with Barron that "faith and reason are complementary and compatible paths toward the knowledge of truth."Faith accepts supernatural answers, discouraging people from even considering scientific investigation.
Faith precludes doubt; it's impossible to argue with someone who believes they've talked to God.
Society encourages people to give undeserved deference to religious beliefs.
Faith is inimical to scientific inquiry.
