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California Lawmaker Becomes Highest-Ranking Official To Say He's a Nonbeliever

Submitted by Alex, Mar 10, 2008 18:20

I was raised in a Catholic household. I strongly believe in Catholic values. But to finally see an atheist politician gives me hope about the country. There is nothing in any political position that demands that you are of faith.


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I was raised in a Catholic household. I strongly believe in Catholic values. But to finally see an atheist politician...

Alex 

Mar 10, 2008 18:20

There is something wrong in our society when so many people agree and condone being athiest. All of you could... [MORE]

Dominique Dowd 

May 12, 2007 23:29

Thankfully we live in a country where freedom of speech is alive and well! Although I don't agree that there... [MORE]

Jane 

Mar 13, 2007 23:41

Kudos for Mr. Stark for being honest about his (non)belief. Belief in God is not a prerequisite for being a... [MORE]

L33tminion 

Mar 13, 2007 21:40

It is good to see that finally non-theist's are in congress. [MORE]

AJ Nogueira 

Mar 13, 2007 19:01

I can't believe that in this day and age there's only one elected official in the United States government who's... [MORE]

Jamie Kelley 

Mar 13, 2007 15:09

Whatever disagreements I may have with Rep. Stark (mostly in the area of foreign affairs generally and his Israel policy,... [MORE]

keith cavet 

Mar 13, 2007 13:50

While I applaud the Congressman's being truthful, and do not believe his abilities in governing are at all impacted by... [MORE]

Meg 

Mar 13, 2007 13:33

Finally! The majority atheists are highly educated people so it is obvious that a huge amount of congressman have been... [MORE]

Brett Gleason 

Mar 13, 2007 13:21

I will pray for this lawman. [MORE]

Jacob Green 

Mar 13, 2007 12:10

Jacob,

I'm sure you mean well, but I don't think Pete Stark needs your prayers. He seems to be doing just... [MORE]

Jina 

Mar 15, 2007 11:37

No she doesn't mean well. Its an insult to this california lawmaker and to any intelligent person. Don't give her... [MORE]

Don Cole 

May 3, 2007 21:53

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