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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 230 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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American Atheists blasts split decision upholding Christian Nationalist school mandate
Cranford, NJ – Yesterday, in a split 9-8 decision, the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit ruled that Texas may require its public schools to display the Ten…
American Atheists, Secular Partners Advance Model Legislation to Safeguard Students’ Rights
Across the country, hundreds of bills have been introduced to undermine the quality of public education and erode the First Amendment freedoms of students, teachers, and administrators. For years, watchdogs…
American Atheists Urges Senate to Rein in Unconstitutional, Unaccountable DHS
Washington, D.C. — National civil rights organization American Atheists is urging the U.S. Senate to block any additional public funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Immigration and Customs…
American Atheists calls on courts to restore America’s Peacemaker, treat nonprofits fairly
Cranford, NJ – Today, American Atheists joined more than 100 organizations in calling for the immediate restoration of the Community Relations Service (CRS), which Attorney General Pam Bondi’s Department of…
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