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WASHINGTON (RNS) Atheists and nonbelievers gathered on the National Mall Saturday (March 24) in a bid to show politicians, voters and even themselves that they have grown into a force to be recognized and reckoned with. By Kimberly Winston.

Topics: Faith, Doctrine & Practice
Beliefs: Freethought (Atheist, Humanist, Agnostic)
Tags: atheists, national mall, nonbelievers, politics, rick santorum, the reason rally

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