An atheist believes that a hospital should be built instead of a church. An atheist believes that deed must be done instead of prayer said. An atheist strives for involvement in life and not escape into death. He wants disease conquered, poverty vanished, war eliminated.

Madalyn Murray OHair
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It is true that an atheist does not believe in god. However, an atheist also believes in the importance of doing good deeds for others. Helping people who are sick or poor is an important part of life for many people. An atheist also believes that all people should be given the chance to make choices for themselves. By opposing war, people are able to choose their own paths in life without having to worry about death on the battlefield.

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