Atheism is Alright
The demographic for theists and agnostics is rapidly increasing inside of the United States. One third of 18 - 29 year old's have identified as having "no religion affiliation." In a survey by the Pew Research Center in 2014, it was discovered that about 50% of people would be unhappy to be married to an atheist. The article states that with the recent increase of acceptance of homosexuality, a spike of +25% from a decade ago, it is likely the increased acceptance of atheism will soon increase as well. Politician's acceptance or identification of atheism results in, as the article states, "political suicide."
This article relates to the documentation of government through the establishment clause in the first amendment of the constitution. The United States is meant to be a secular nation, yet it is not possible for people to establish their beliefs without unnecessary repercussions. Though it is interpreted that the establishment clause does not allow Congressional favoritism or dis-favoritism due to religious beliefs, the voter's are still going to remove those who show strong opposition to their own beliefs.
Link: Religious Freedom Day 2015: How are atheists received in America?
This article relates to the documentation of government through the establishment clause in the first amendment of the constitution. The United States is meant to be a secular nation, yet it is not possible for people to establish their beliefs without unnecessary repercussions. Though it is interpreted that the establishment clause does not allow Congressional favoritism or dis-favoritism due to religious beliefs, the voter's are still going to remove those who show strong opposition to their own beliefs.
Link: Religious Freedom Day 2015: How are atheists received in America?
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