Secularrationalist

Secularrationalist is a term used to describe an individual who adheres to secularism and rationalism. Secularism, in this context, refers to the principle that government and public institutions should remain separate from religious institutions and beliefs. It advocates for a public sphere free from religious influence in policy-making and decision-making. Rationalism, on the other hand, is a philosophical stance that emphasizes reason as the primary source of knowledge and justification. A rationalist typically relies on logic, evidence, and critical thinking to form beliefs and understand the world.

Therefore, a secularrationalist integrates these two principles. They believe that societal and personal decisions should be guided by reason, evidence, and empirical observation rather than religious dogma or divine revelation. This often leads to a worldview that is naturalistic, meaning it seeks explanations for phenomena within the natural world, without recourse to supernatural or divine intervention. Secularrationalists generally support freedom of thought, speech, and religion (or lack thereof), provided these freedoms do not infringe upon the rights and well-being of others. They tend to advocate for scientific inquiry, education based on critical thinking, and a society that treats all individuals equally regardless of their religious or non-religious beliefs. The emphasis is on humanism and the pursuit of the common good through rational means.