According to the t.v show 30 Days, only 5% of American's are atheist. When people were polled atheists were the most hated minority even behind Muslims, recent immigrants and homosexuals. This shocks me because I'm only 13 and on that t.v show kids were being harassed for being an atheist! I am a atheist and I know a few other people my age who are but religion isn't big here on Long Island. So do you (atheists) feel threatened were you live by religion.
2006-08-10 08:16:18 · 16 answers · asked by jbon634713 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
OOPS! I forgot Atheists are the LEAST TRUSTED not most hated. I'm sorry I forgot what they said. Well, that changes things.
2006-08-10 08:51:07 · update #1
Usually (in the US anyway) the only atheists who need to fear Christians are the atheists who treat their beliefs as a religion and try to convert people--usually by calling the religion of everyone else stupid with one word or another, and acting like anyone with brains could see it.
While Christians shouldn't act out against you in a way that can hurt you (against their religion, you know), attacking someone's deeply held beliefs can produce responses of extreme anger. It's like someone insulting your family--you know it isn't true and it shouldn't bother you, but if someone calls your mom a whore and you have a moment of weakness, you could lose your self control and pop the guy in the nose. Doesn't make it right, but it happens.
Believe what you want, but be careful if you ever decide to attack the beliefs of others. Your best bet might be to find out whatever you can about other people's religions--at the very least you'll understand where they are coming from, and they'll be glad to tell you about it.
2006-08-10 08:34:45 · answer #1 · answered by wayfaroutthere 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That doesn't surprise me at all. Luckily many skeptics tend to move in circles where that's not an issue - the sciences, academia, etc. And, as in your case, the places near the metro areas don't go in for too much of that fanaticism. We even have organizations, like the Ethical Humanist Society, which is highly regarded.
Just don't make too big a deal out of your skepticism when you're in Leftovershoe Alabama. My kids went through it and didn't have a problem.
2006-08-10 08:30:36 · answer #2 · answered by JAT 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-04 07:30:33 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, most people really don't care whether you believe in a God or not. The notion that athiests are some sort of minority and are hated is an example of self-obsession. To a self-obsessed person, if he is a "hated minority" then he is an important and innocent victim who should be paid attention to. Such people would prefer to be hated than ignored. Don't worry, for most people, non-belief is a non-issue (unless you want to make it an issue)
2006-08-10 08:32:56 · answer #4 · answered by grdnoviz 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I do not believe the TV show you were watching was correct. But regardless, I do not feel threatened by religion. Always remember to educate yourself. Read the bible, ask questions. Believe what you feel is correct in your heart and in you mind. Do not be afraid to stand up for what you believe in, you will be a better person for it. Good Luck.
2006-08-10 08:23:19 · answer #5 · answered by Lisa 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't feel threatened little one, Stand proud in knowing that you can use your brain and logic unlike so many in this country. But I do question the accuracy of the program you watched. I belong to alot of groups that number in the tens of thousands, so I really don't think we're a minority.
2006-08-10 08:24:37 · answer #6 · answered by Spookshow Baby 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm not atheist but people shouldn't be judged by there religion or race just they're character. I don't care what you are i have atheist friends and they are just like everyone else people just can't accept other peoples beliefs because they are ignorant.
2006-08-10 08:24:22 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Polls can be manipulated to prove a point. Did they ask 1000 people nationwide, or in a small area? How were the questions phrased. Don't take what the media shows you too literally, as people can and will do what they have to, to prove a point.
2006-08-10 08:24:09 · answer #8 · answered by Bill K Atheist Goodfella 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
That is true and it is sad. I am not against Atheists, because I know why they are that way, but many people are so damn closed-minded. I do believe in God and have a reason for it, but I know why Atheist do not and I respect that.
2006-08-10 08:24:26 · answer #9 · answered by Andrea 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most hated in america? I doubt african-american's would agree. Honestly, if someone hates you because of what you believe, you should consider it a positive; they just saved you time! Who'd want to know anyone like that?
2006-08-10 08:23:05 · answer #10 · answered by gamerguy12003 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋