Reply #75: Persecuted may be a bit strong, oppressed perhaps. [View All]

[FM Arouet666]

How many atheists feel that they can freely divulge their world view to others, in all social settings? I wish I could claim to be the flag bearer of atheism, but the truth requires a bit more pragmatism.

When have you found religious folks hesitant to declare their beliefs? The prevailing mindset in the U.S. is that you should believe in a god, any god, admitting a lack of belief is frowned upon. I do feel oppressed and think persecution would follow with a universal declaration of my atheism.