It’s a wild time to be the State Policy Manager at American Atheists. State legislatures have only been back in session for a few weeks, and I’m already tracking hundreds of bills — some good, most bad for those of us concerned about keeping religion out of government.One of the most alarming trends I’ve noticed…
On Monday night, entrance polls found more than half of Iowa’s Republican caucus-goers identified as “born-again or evangelical Christian.” Then, less than an hour after it began, the Associated Press declared a decisive victory for Trump.Charged with 91 criminal offenses and having attended 0 presidential debates, the former president more than doubled the support he…
WEBINARReligious Equality Under Attack:2024 State of the Secular States ReportJanuary 17, 20248:00 pm ETWe are pleased to announce the publication of the fifth edition of the State of the Secular States report! This groundbreaking report on statewide laws and policies that affect religious equality and the separation of religion and government has been expanded and…
It’s been a very busy week for American Atheists!In case you missed it, we released our sixth annual State of the Secular States report. Our policy team tracked over 1,600 bills in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, DC. The result is a powerful tool for advocates and policymakers, so be sure to look…
As you might imagine, state legislatures can vary widely when it comes to the issues that affect atheists and nonbelievers. It can be difficult to figure out where a state stands on key topics like constitutional and nondiscrimination protections; special privileges for religion; healthcare and wellness; and education and youth.That’s why we issue the annual…
I joined the American Atheists team just a few months ago and have the distinct honor of being the only staff member that currently lives west of the Mississippi.I love the Midwest, and I’ve been happy to work remotely since before the pandemic. At the same time, it can be lonely out here! Growing up…
The team at American Atheists is a microcosm of our movement, and perhaps especially so around the winter holidays.Some of us don’t celebrate at all, opting instead to travel, read a good book, or volunteer at a food bank.Some of us surround ourselves with people and enjoy good food and good company.And yes, some of…
Registration is open for our 2024 National Convention taking place March 28–31 in historic Philadelphia!Get ready for four amazing days of speakers, social events, workshops, and service — all of this in the company of hundreds and hundreds of fellow atheists from across the country.American Atheists’ National Convention is the one event you don’t want…
Every year, the Winter Solstice happens in an instant, at the precise moment our hemisphere reaches its maximum tilt away from the Sun. (For inquiring minds, it’ll occur tonight at 10:27 EST.) The word for it is derived from Latin: sol for sun and sistere, which means “to cause to stand still.” The occasion is…
Imagine your doctor has just explained your life is in danger and they won’t do what’s necessary to save you. Emotions are high, but being a logical person, you ask, “Are you saying there’s something you could do?” They say, “Yes, of course, but it’s against the law.” “Because the treatment is so experimental and…