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[[File:David Silverman Reason Rally.jpg|thumbnail|right|250px|The ex-president of the [[American Atheists]] organization, [[David Silverman]], was given the label of an atheist whiner by the American woman  Natalie Rothschild.<ref>[http://www.spiked-online.com/index.php/site/article/12215/ God save us from atheist whining by Natalie Rothschild]</ref> See also: [[Atheism and public relations]] ]]

[[File:David Silverman Reason Rally.jpg|thumbnail|right|250px|The ex-president of the [[American Atheists]] organization, [[David Silverman]], was given the label of an atheist whiner by the American woman  Natalie Rothschild.<ref>[http://www.spiked-online.com/index.php/site/article/12215/ God save us from atheist whining by Natalie Rothschild]</ref> See also: [[Atheism and public relations]] ]]

[[Atheism|Atheists]] have a reputation for whining.<ref>[http://articles.latimes.com/2009/may/17/opinion/oe-allen17 Atheists: No God, no reason, just whining] by Charlotte Allen, Los Angeles Times</ref><ref>[http://www.spiked-online.com/newsite/article/12215 God save us from atheist whining], Spiked</ref><ref>[http://www.nationalreview.com/corner/442817/ah-spirit-season-whining-atheists-double-standards Ah, the Spirit of the Season… Whining Atheists With Double Standards!], ''National Review''</ref> See also: [[Atheism and bitterness]]  

[[Atheism|Atheists]] have a reputation for whining.<ref>[http://articles.latimes.com/2009/may/17/opinion/oe-allen17 Atheists: No God, no reason, just whining] by Charlotte Allen, Los Angeles Times</ref><ref>[http://www.spiked-online.com/newsite/article/12215 God save us from atheist whining], Spiked</ref><ref>[https://www.nationalreview.com/corner/442817/ah-spirit-season-whining-atheists-double-standards Ah, the Spirit of the Season… Whining Atheists With Double Standards!], ''National Review''</ref> See also: [[Atheism and bitterness]]  

The biggest challenge facing [[Atheism and public relations|atheist public relations]] efforts is that most theists do not think about atheism and would prefer not to as they see atheism as [[Atheism and irrationality|an unreasonable]], [[Atheism and arrogance|arrogant]] and [[Unattractiveness of atheism|unattractive worldview]]. As a result, many atheist campaigns, particularly one's by [[militant atheism|militant atheists]], are designed to be provocative which often backfires and has the unintended effect of further lowering the public's view of atheism/atheists (see: [[Views on atheists]]).

The biggest challenge facing [[Atheism and public relations|atheist public relations]] efforts is that most theists do not think about atheism and would prefer not to as they see atheism as [[Atheism and irrationality|an unreasonable]], [[Atheism and arrogance|arrogant]] and [[Unattractiveness of atheism|unattractive worldview]]. As a result, many atheist campaigns, particularly one's by [[militant atheism|militant atheists]], are designed to be provocative which often backfires and has the unintended effect of further lowering the public's view of atheism/atheists (see: [[Views on atheists]]).

== Claims of being an oppressed minority by American atheists are often not taken seriously ==

== Claims of being an oppressed minority by American atheists are often not taken seriously ==

In the [[United States]], a significant amount of atheists are white males and the American atheist community has been criticized for its lack of racial diversity and lower amount of females in its population ([[Western atheism and race]] and [[Atheism and women]]).  The Pew Research Forum reported in 2013 concerning [[American atheism|American atheists]]: "About four-in-ten atheists (43%) [[Atheism and education|have a college degree]], compared with 29% of the general public."<ref>[http://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2013/10/23/5-facts-about-atheists/ 5 facts about atheists] By Michael Lipka, Pew Research Forum, October 23, 2013</ref>  In 2012, the Pew Research Forum reported regarding atheists in America: "And about 38% of atheists and agnostics have an annual family income of at least $75,000, compared with 29% of the general public."<ref>[http://www.pewforum.org/2012/10/09/nones-on-the-rise-demographics/ “Nones” on the Rise - Demographics], Pew Research Forum, October 9, 2012</ref>  

In the [[United States]], a significant amount of atheists are white males and the American atheist community has been criticized for its lack of racial diversity and lower amount of females in its population ([[Western atheism and race]] and [[Atheism and women]]).  The Pew Research Forum reported in 2013 concerning [[American atheism|American atheists]]: "About four-in-ten atheists (43%) [[Atheism and education|have a college degree]], compared with 29% of the general public."<ref>[https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2013/10/23/5-facts-about-atheists/ 5 facts about atheists] By Michael Lipka, Pew Research Forum, October 23, 2013</ref>  In 2012, the Pew Research Forum reported regarding atheists in America: "And about 38% of atheists and agnostics have an annual family income of at least $75,000, compared with 29% of the general public."<ref>[http://www.pewforum.org/2012/10/09/nones-on-the-rise-demographics/ “Nones” on the Rise - Demographics], Pew Research Forum, October 9, 2012</ref>  

[[File:Prager Dennis sm.jpg|left|thumbnail|200px|[[Dennis Prager]] is a vocal opponent of [[atheist indoctrination]] in public schools.<ref>[http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?pageId=43734 How atheism is being sold in America]</ref> ]]

[[File:Prager Dennis sm.jpg|left|thumbnail|200px|[[Dennis Prager]] is a vocal opponent of [[atheist indoctrination]] in public schools.<ref>[http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?pageId=43734 How atheism is being sold in America]</ref> ]]

Also, atheists within the [[United States]] have developed a reputation of uncharitableness as they gave far less to charities, even if church donations are not counted (see: [[Atheism and charity|Atheism and uncharitableness]]). As a result of these factors, claims of being an oppressed minority by atheists are often dismissed even by fellow atheists.<ref>

Also, atheists within the [[United States]] have developed a reputation of uncharitableness as they gave far less to charities, even if church donations are not counted (see: [[Atheism and charity|Atheism and uncharitableness]]). As a result of these factors, claims of being an oppressed minority by atheists are often dismissed even by fellow atheists.<ref>

*[https://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2015/04/06/atheism-the-next-civil-rights-movement.html Atheism: The Next Civil Rights movement], Vlad Chituc, ''The Daily Beast'', 4-6-2015

*[https://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2015/04/06/atheism-the-next-civil-rights-movement.html Atheism: The Next Civil Rights movement], Vlad Chituc, ''The Daily Beast'', 4-6-2015

*[http://freethoughtblogs.com/almostdiamonds/2014/07/17/youre-not-oppressed-white-atheist-dudes/ “You’re Not Oppressed, White Atheist Dudes”], [[Freethought Blogs]] - Almost Diamonds, July 17, 2014 at 6:28 pm

*[http://freethoughtblogs.com/almostdiamonds/2014/07/17/youre-not-oppressed-white-atheist-dudes/ “You’re Not Oppressed, White Atheist Dudes”], [[Freethought Blogs]] - Almost Diamonds, July 17, 2014 at 6:28 pm

&[http://www.latimes.com/opinion/la-oew-thornton18apr18-story.html Disliked, Not Oppressed] By Paul Thornton, ''LA Times'', April 18, 2007</ref>  

&[https://www.latimes.com/opinion/la-oew-thornton18apr18-story.html Disliked, Not Oppressed] By Paul Thornton, ''LA Times'', April 18, 2007</ref>  

In addition, given the favorable treatment atheist activists often [[Atheism and the media|receive in the media]] and the [[Atheist indoctrination|atheistic indoctrination]] that occurs in public schools/universities, the notion of atheists as an oppressed minority is often rejected by Americans.

In addition, given the favorable treatment atheist activists often [[Atheism and the media|receive in the media]] and the [[Atheist indoctrination|atheistic indoctrination]] that occurs in public schools/universities, the notion of atheists as an oppressed minority is often rejected by Americans.

[[File:Richard Dawkins in Australia.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right|The [[Elevatorgate]] controversy and [[Richard Dawkins]]' commentary [[Richard Dawkins and Islamophobia accusations|about Muslims]] has generated bad press and public relations problems for Dawkins.]]

[[File:Richard Dawkins in Australia.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right|The [[Elevatorgate]] controversy and [[Richard Dawkins]]' commentary [[Richard Dawkins and Islamophobia accusations|about Muslims]] has generated bad press and public relations problems for Dawkins.]]

[[Elevatorgate]] is a term commonly used to describe a scandal involving [[New Atheism|New Atheist]] [[Richard Dawkins]]' 2011 comments made to atheist [[Rebecca Watson]] which are perceived to have been inappropriate by a sizable portion of the [[Atheism|atheist]] community and to the public at large.<ref>

[[Elevatorgate]] is a term commonly used to describe a scandal involving [[New Atheism|New Atheist]] [[Richard Dawkins]]' 2011 comments made to atheist [[Rebecca Watson]] which are perceived to have been inappropriate by a sizable portion of the [[Atheism|atheist]] community and to the public at large.<ref>

*[http://www.salon.com/life/feature/2011/07/08/atheist_flirting Richard Dawkins: Skeptic of women? - Salon, July 8, 2011]

*[https://www.salon.com/life/feature/2011/07/08/atheist_flirting Richard Dawkins: Skeptic of women? - Salon, July 8, 2011]

*[http://www.newstatesman.com/blogs/david-allen-green/2011/07/richard-dawkins-chewing-gum Sharing a lift with Richard Dawkins by David Allen Green - New Stateman - 06 July 2011]

*[http://www.newstatesman.com/blogs/david-allen-green/2011/07/richard-dawkins-chewing-gum Sharing a lift with Richard Dawkins by David Allen Green - New Stateman - 06 July 2011]

*[http://gawker.com/5818993/richard-dawkins-torn-limb-from-limbby-atheists Richard Dawkins Torn Limb From Limb—By Atheists - Gawker]

*[http://gawker.com/5818993/richard-dawkins-torn-limb-from-limbby-atheists Richard Dawkins Torn Limb From Limb—By Atheists - Gawker]

''See also:'' [[Christian patience, forgiveness and long-suffering towards atheists]]

''See also:'' [[Christian patience, forgiveness and long-suffering towards atheists]]

Although it is not reported in the press often, due the press preferring to focus on controversy and conflict, as it garners more viewership/readers, many Christians quietly pray for atheists/[[agnosticism|agnostics]] - even those of the [[militant atheism|militant variety]] such as [[Richard Dawkins]].<ref>[http://creation.com/dawkins-upset Richard Dawkins upset that public doesn’t like him] by Warren Nunn, Published by [[Creation Ministries International]] 13 May 2014 (GMT+10)</ref> The late atheist [[Christopher Hitchens]] had many Christians praying for him before he passed away and they were saddened when he died.<ref>[http://www.christianpost.com/news/christians-grieve-death-of-christopher-hitchens-share-hopes-for-deathbed-conversion-65035/ Christians Grieve Death of Christopher Hitchens; Share Hopes for Deathbed Conversion] by Eryn Sun, ''Christian Post'' Reporter, December 16, 2011</ref>

Although it is not reported in the press often, due the press preferring to focus on controversy and conflict, as it garners more viewership/readers, many Christians quietly pray for atheists/[[agnosticism|agnostics]] - even those of the [[militant atheism|militant variety]] such as [[Richard Dawkins]].<ref>[https://creation.com/dawkins-upset Richard Dawkins upset that public doesn’t like him] by Warren Nunn, Published by [[Creation Ministries International]] 13 May 2014 (GMT+10)</ref> The late atheist [[Christopher Hitchens]] had many Christians praying for him before he passed away and they were saddened when he died.<ref>[http://www.christianpost.com/news/christians-grieve-death-of-christopher-hitchens-share-hopes-for-deathbed-conversion-65035/ Christians Grieve Death of Christopher Hitchens; Share Hopes for Deathbed Conversion] by Eryn Sun, ''Christian Post'' Reporter, December 16, 2011</ref>

Richard Wurmbrand, who endured years of torture by an atheistic [[communism|communist]] government and wrote the wrote the book ''Tortured for Christ'', indicated that he had a compassion even for those who tortured him by "looking at men .. not as they are, but as they will be ... I could also see in our persecutors ... a future [[Saint Paul|Apostle Paul]] ... (and) the jailer in Philippi who became a convert."<ref>[[DC Talk|dc Talk]] and The Voice of the Martyrs. ''Jesus Freaks: Stories of those who stood for Jesus: the ultimate Jesus Freaks.'' Bethany House Publishers, 1999, p. 67</ref>  

Richard Wurmbrand, who endured years of torture by an atheistic [[communism|communist]] government and wrote the wrote the book ''Tortured for Christ'', indicated that he had a compassion even for those who tortured him by "looking at men .. not as they are, but as they will be ... I could also see in our persecutors ... a future [[Saint Paul|Apostle Paul]] ... (and) the jailer in Philippi who became a convert."<ref>[[DC Talk|dc Talk]] and The Voice of the Martyrs. ''Jesus Freaks: Stories of those who stood for Jesus: the ultimate Jesus Freaks.'' Bethany House Publishers, 1999, p. 67</ref>  

== External links ==

== External links ==

*[http://townhall.com/columnists/douggiles/2012/11/28/whiny_atheists_protest_charlie_brown_christmas_special/page/full Whiny Atheists Protest Charlie Brown Christmas Special]

*[https://townhall.com/columnists/douggiles/2012/11/28/whiny_atheists_protest_charlie_brown_christmas_special/page/full Whiny Atheists Protest Charlie Brown Christmas Special]

*[http://townhall.com/columnists/kurtschlichter/2013/12/09/tis-the-season-for-militant-atheists-to-whine-n1758754/page/full ‘Tis The Season For Militant Atheists To Whine]

*[https://townhall.com/columnists/kurtschlichter/2013/12/09/tis-the-season-for-militant-atheists-to-whine-n1758754/page/full ‘Tis The Season For Militant Atheists To Whine]

*[http://townhall.com/columnists/douggiles/2011/12/18/when_did_atheists_become_persnickety_litigious_antichristmas_whiners When Did Atheists Become Persnickety, Litigious Anti-Christmas Whiners?]

*[https://townhall.com/columnists/douggiles/2011/12/18/when_did_atheists_become_persnickety_litigious_antichristmas_whiners When Did Atheists Become Persnickety, Litigious Anti-Christmas Whiners?]

*[https://www.wnd.com/2014/08/atheist-whiners-need-some-big-boy-pants/ Atheist whiners need some 'big boy' pants] by [[Ben Carson]]

*[https://www.wnd.com/2014/08/atheist-whiners-need-some-big-boy-pants/ Atheist whiners need some 'big boy' pants] by [[Ben Carson]]