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We can have our beliefs and still read and discuss things.

We may disagree on some things, but we can do so without being disagreeable.

Disagreements are one of the fundamental positive aspects of science.

We must speak our minds openly, debate our disagreements honestly, but always pursue solidarity.

Disagreements will always occur between us, but we all approach them wanting the best for each and every one of us, for the whole people.

Disagreements between incompatible beliefs cannot be settled by reasoned argument because reasoned argument is drummed out of those trained in religion from the cradle.

Honest disagreement is often a good sign of progress.

Nothing guarantees that reasonable people will agree about everything, of course, but the unreasonable are certain to be divided by their dogmas. It is time we recognized that this spirit of mutual inquiry, which is the foundation of all real science, is the very antithesis of religious faith.

I have disagreements with some and more agreements with others. But that doesn't mean I cannot listen to those I disagree with.