Atheist Voters

[m.condon]

People knew they were being racist when they tried to enforce segragation but if we didnt verbally call them out on it we wouldnt have made any positive progress. I think this is a great campaign.

[Doubting Thomas]

I think that's a great idea, but we've got one hell of an uphill battle. Too many Christians in this country buy into the "This is a Christian nation" bullshit. And not just fundies, but plenty of moderate Christians. There's just way too many people who don't understand the whole freedom of religion thing in the Constitution.

[Mister Agenda]

Are we talking the NAP? Really stupid name. So stupid I can't support them because of it. National Secular Party, sure. National Atheist Party, WTF? And they welcome theist fellow travelers. Sure they do.

They could have started a party that includes everyone who support separation of church and state, instead they start a party only for people who don't believe in God, excluding a lot of people who would otherwise be on their side. Count me out.

[Doubting Thomas]

Yeah, I think a secular party or separation of church & state party would be better, but we already have atheist groups and Citizens United for Separation of Church & State, so why a political party? Especially one with virtually no power and little support?

[m.condon]

Are we talking the NAP? Really stupid name. So stupid I can't support them because of it. National Secular Party, sure. National Atheist Party, WTF? And they welcome theist fellow travelers. Sure they do.

They could have started a party that includes everyone who support separation of church and state, instead they start a party only for people who don't believe in God, excluding a lot of people who would otherwise be on their side. Count me out.

If you read the Charter you will see that the National Atheist Party accept everyone who believes in a Secular Government. I know many theists who are in the N.A.P. Are you really going to let a name stop you from even investigating an organization. What is in a name? A rose by any other name would smell just a sweet. The republicans and the democrats used to stand for different ideals when they were first formed but their names have not changed nor does anyone expect them to change. We have almost 10,000 members and have been gaining even more support and nationwide recognition. I think that an organization formed with good ideals and strong support is a great idea, no matter what the name. It stands for something alot of people can support. It gives a political voice at a time when we need it most

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Here is another video covering the Atheist Voters response from Joe Walsh. Its from A-News, a cool atheist talk show that got me interested in other atheist online shows
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KS1pLN9fwN4

[m.condon]

Just an update at on this campaign for anyone who was interested by my initial post.
This is a video response from Ron Paul
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Wt80bgUYsA
His response is not what I would call a negative response but a typical Ron Paul response. He wants the smallest government possible. So when asked what he will do for atheist voters, he replies"Nothing"

More encouraging responses come from Tara Nelson, running for Congress-Indiana District 4, and Tammy Duckworth running against Joe Walsh for the 8th District of Illinois.

Tara Nelson emailed me her response to the question "What will you do for Atheist Voters?", how do you feel about the recent passing of Indiana SB 89, and how do you plan to support the separation of Church and State
Thank you for contacting me. I do support the separation of church and
state.

I am surprised that SB 89 was passed by the Senate. I am surprised by a
lot of legislative action taking place in the Indiana Republican General
Assembly. They are shoving their far right agenda on the entire state of
Indiana. The majority assembly has proven that because they had at least
51% of the vote, they will run 100% of their agenda.

There is not a lot that I can do about that as a candidate for U.S.
Representative. I have rallied at the statehouse with the teachers and
unions, but the only thing I can do as an Indiana resident is to vote
Democratic and ask my friends, family, and acquiantences to do the same.

The supreme court has already ruled "Creationism" unconstitutional, so I'm
not sure how Indiana G.A. will get away with this one. It will certainly
cause many lawsuits, and eventually be repealed.

Please stay in contact.

Best Regards,
Tara Nelson
Candidate for U.S. Representative - Indiana District 4
3222 Norwegian Dr.
Lafayette, IN 47909
765-412-4850
[email protected]

Jacob Kramer submitted a video response from Tammy Duckworth who expresses and open mind and a concern for all voting citizens

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yC5NfDS-P...e=youtu.be