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real religious freedom.
Since 1963, American Atheists has protected the absolute separation of religion from government, raised the profile of atheists and atheism in our nation’s public and political discourse, and educated Americans about atheism. Now, more than ever, we need your help.
American Atheists has more than 170 local affiliates nationwide.
Millions of people who no longer believe stay in their churches because of the community and support the churches provide. Our local affiliates stand ready to help and are vibrant communities full of people just like you who have left behind religion.
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Read more about our legal victories, public policy positions, and blog posts from American Atheists staff.
Oppose the Domestic Gag Rule
Earlier this month, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) proposed new rules which would ban health care professionals that receive federal funds from providing full and accurate…
Atheists Denounce Supreme Court’s “Abdication of Responsibility” in Masterpiece Decision
Washington, DC—In a decision today in the Masterpiece Cakeshop v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission case, the Supreme Court sided with a Colorado baker who refused to make a wedding cake…
American Atheists Announces Search for Next President
Cranford, NJ—American Atheists today announced the formation of a search committee to hire the organization’s next president.
Lawsuit Against Texas School District Over Pledge Harassment and Bullying Moves Forward
Houston, TX—In an order yesterday, Chief Judge Lee Rosenthal in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas ruled that American Atheists’ lawsuit against Klein Independent School…
More people are leaving religion
Almost 40% of Americans under 30 are now non-religious. Our community is the fastest growing religious demographic in all 50 states.
- 18-29
- 30-49
- 50-64
- 65+
