Book: Atheism in Five Minutes
Chapter: 30. How Has Atheism Related to Politics?
Blurb:
Atheism has related to politics in various ways. In the ancient world atheism was seen as a threat to a social order rooted in religion. In its contemporary form, atheists have formed campaigns to challenge religious power and privilege. Atheism has internal politics too, with power struggles and disputes around issues such as race and gender.