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THe idea that atheism is a lack of belief is absurd, it is considered a world view, a religion. It would simply take the place of religion, hence forcing the idea that no greater power exists other than themselves.

Atheism is a lack of belief, despite anyone shouting to the contrary. Anything apart from the abscence of belief in deities -- even if that belief might be a result of not having a deity belief -- is something seperate from "atheism". Believing that there is no "greater power" is not in itself atheism and it begs the question as to what you mean by "greater".

[Jzen]

great Pronunciation Key (grt)
adj. great·er, great·est
Very large in size.
Larger in size than others of the same kind.
Large in quantity or number: A great throng awaited us. See Synonyms at large.
Extensive in time or distance: a great delay.
Remarkable or outstanding in magnitude, degree, or extent: a great crisis.
Of outstanding significance or importance: a great work of art.
Chief or principal: the great house on the estate.
Superior in quality or character; noble: “For he was great, ere fortune made him so” (John Dryden).
Powerful; influential: one of the great nations of the West.
Eminent; distinguished: a great leader.
Grand;

[Jzen]

What is meant: Atheist believe that there is no higher power that they will eventually answer to. Yes, atheism is a world view, an understanding, hence a religion in itself. But this is a mute point, since this country wasn't founded on any one particualr religion, it chose to be tolerant of all religions. The basis for these principles came from the values of the Judeo-CHristian faith. We don't have religion police like other countries that go around execute those who don't conform. Without a morale populace, evil will grow unchecked. Like the CLinton impeachment, people still think he is the greatest president. Why? Why? Anyone who even entertains the latter idea, is the product of.