Atheism is a Religion

I counted your words, and you were not on the character limit, so that you are essentially lying to justify your own laziness. Also, I know your ignorant of this site considering your knew to it, but you can challenge my limit on time and words, just so you know before you make such a claim. Remember, ignorance is the epitome of stupidity. Also, you are judged on your conduct, so I understand your an atheist, but just because this is a debate, does not mean you can criticize my God, without consequence that is. The supreme court ruled atheism a religion, so that atheists would have the same respect as other religions do. It is a lot easier to get places and do your practices when you are not a religion, so I understand why you make such a claim. I lack time, so I will give my final words here First off, thank you for debating me Mr. Schoof, I look forward to our later debates on topics such as god's existence, conservatives are better, Hitler was an atheist, and anarchy is the epitome of corruption. My final "Ode to Mr. Schoof" Creed No God, anti-God, Pro-homosexuality, anti-Christianity. Atheism is a belief. I know that many atheists will disagree with this, but the atheists gathered around a common belief of no God, or lack of God, and the need to increase what they perceive as separation of church and state in America. Crisis Created a problem and offered a solution. The problem was religious oppression in society with atheistic ideals as the solution. Assemblies Gathered in groups with meeting times. Atheists don't meet nearly as frequently as Christians do in their churches, but they do have state meetings, national meetings, and regular gatherings. Pulpit The lectern from which speeches were made, their ideas were promoted, and their reasons for their belief system were validated. Evangelistic The atheists sought converts to their cause. They frequently spoke about getting the idea of atheism out into society, and to move people away from theism. Celebration over converts Rejoiced when converts to their belief system were announced. There was applause and excitement when there were announcements about people who had "come out of the closet" and announced their atheism. Zealous for their cause They wanted their cause and belief system expanded to the extent of changing America to reflect their thinking. Exclusive Only they have the truth. The atheists repeatedly spoke of how atheism was the truth, and that theists and deists were ignorant of facts and reason. Us against them mentality There was a profound description of the division between atheism and theism, with the atheists being the ones who were defending themselves against the intrusive theists. Concerned about public image This is normal. They were very concerned with how they were perceived and wanted to change their negative reputation. Lack of critical thinking This is common everywhere. Though they thought they were rational, by far most of the arguments and comments weren't. Misrepresentation of opposing views Again, another common trait among people who gather in groups, have a common ideology, and see others as being less enlightened. Voting block The atheists mentioned voting as a group in order to progress their cause in society. Infighting This is normal for groups. We don't all see eye to eye. But, they all held to atheism even though they had disagreements about some particulars. Money They didn't have tithing, but there were plenty of things for sale. And, let's not forget to mention how they sought donations to help cover the costs of promoting atheism, paying speakers, renting facilities, etc. carm.org