To get to these numbers, people who identify as “nothing in particular” are lumped in with atheists and agnostics. Without that, this group is pretty small. However, they may believe in some kind of god. There’s accusations of hypocrisy that atheists are happy to include this group to pump the numbers, but are less welcoming when they learn their actual beliefs.
Still, this atheist does think this represents an important step in removing religion from its dominant position in society.
ill believe it when they vote that way. how many atheist politicians? if its more than 1 ill be shocked
I believe 8 states still have “unenforceable” laws preventing atheists from holding office. Kinda wild.
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What politicians say and what they actually believe is often likely different. For example, how many believe Trump is Christian?
yes this is a good point… kinda. valid, and disappointing as it reinforces the fact they still have to fake it to get elected
It’s not none but it’s not something you go and tell everyone, it’s not good politically.
To get to these numbers, people who identify as “nothing in particular” are lumped in with atheists and agnostics. Without that, this group is pretty small. However, they may believe in some kind of god. There’s accusations of hypocrisy that atheists are happy to include this group to pump the numbers, but are less welcoming when they learn their actual beliefs.
Still, this atheist does think this represents an important step in removing religion from its dominant position in society.
I know one! She’s on a local city council.