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Atheists & Agnostics

Curmudgeoness

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4. I think it is good advice.

Reply to AlbertCat (Original post)

Thu Apr 9, 2015, 06:06 PM

Apr 2015

We all know how much of an issue this would be. Nothing else we would have to say would matter.

I have always said that because I am an admitted atheist, I could never run for office. And I really believe that.

I would say, though, that if an atheist doesn't come out and say that they are, and get elected, at some point they should speak out. Even if that is when they are ready to retire from public service. People do need to know, but I don't believe you will win an election by stating that you are an atheist. Tell me that there is no stigma!

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Barney Frank Advises Politicians to Stay in the 'Atheism Closet' [View all] AlbertCat Apr 2015 OP

Where would minorities be if no one ever picked a fight that didn't have to be waged? beam me up scottie Apr 2015 #1

Those of us that have to hide in the closet are counting on you. AlbertCat Apr 2015 #2

Sadly. if I came out, I'd probably lose half of my clients. progressoid Apr 2015 #3

I think it is good advice. Curmudgeoness Apr 2015 #4