Religion as a "special interest group".
Just you have a read of this fantastic essay. It discusses religion and respect and puts eloquently many of the thoughts I have had about belief recently. Particularly in light of the whole veil-wearing thing with Jack Straw and then that teacher.
The comments (or at least the first 10 or so that I've read) are very positive; and I would like to add my congratulations to the author. Well said! I particularly like the rendering of religions as "special interest groups" - a very good point, I thought.