Why are U.S. voters so wary about electing atheists? What about voting for evangelicals?

(OPINION) In a recent study by the Gallup Poll, researchers found that Americans are much less likely to vote for an outward atheist due to past concerns with the people group. They associate atheism with communism and immorality, making it difficult for someone to rise above those stereotypes and gain power in office.

Opinion, PoliticsRichard OstlingNovember 4, 2020Richard Ostling, 2020 Election, opinion, Athiesm, election 2020, faith and politics, atheism, atheists, evangelical vote, latino vote, black vote, freethought caucusComment

Freethought Caucus in U.S. House reflects the political potential of the non-religious

(OPINION) The House’s Freethought Caucus attracts more members from the rising number of religious ‘nones’ in U.S. politics. With the growth of groups like these that promote the representation of the ‘nones,’ what is the future of the U.S. House’s religious standpoints?

Opinion, PoliticsRichard OstlingSeptember 1, 2020Richard Ostling, freethought caucus, Three Freethought, Friendly Atheist, Atheism, the squad, rashida tlaib, detroit, Democrat squad, ChristianityComment

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