Evil isn't the sole realm of religions. All of mankind is evil, even Atheists can be evil. Pinning Evil on Religion, and not man is the greatest threat to clear thinking than anything. Thinking Atheism is free from mankind's tendency to do evil is just
Yes but you're not bad (or become bad) for being an atheist, as you're not bad for being not being Tall or not being Short. Sadly is not the same with religions, they're inherently bad and make many people evil.
Good analysis, bar one consideration: god or gods that reward rationality/skepticism -
Non-Belief = The same "Salvation OR Damnation OR Nothing" as all the other options
Very good point
Incomplete. Nations may evolve in a sense, but they also benefit from world stability and the improvement of their community. The short-term selfish act may not generate the best result in the long term.
Look up Nash Equilibrium.
Ya, just like USA Right?
The major difference between bonds and bond traders is that the bonds will eventually mature.