Originally Posted by
Hetman
Oh, it is a pittance, less than a pittance, even... about $12/month. From a practical standpoint it is negligible, less than negligible, even.
In principle, however, it is of great personal value to me. In addition, the reaction of some of the devout True Believers to my Non Believer status can at times be a source of entertainment.
The late atheist, libertarian, pro-military scifi writer Robert Heinlein had a great quote regarding pacifists. Substitute "non-member" wherever you see the work "pacifist" and you will see what I think of them/you.
"A pacifist (non-member) is a shifty fellow who partakes of the benefits of society (collective bargaining agreement and associated representation) without being willing to pay...and claims a halo for his dishonesty."