Margaret Doughty's case can be seen as a victory for the non-religious in the U.S., many times referred to as the "nones" (based on religious affiliation questionnaire categories). Often called the fastest growing demographic in the country, those not affiliated with a religion are said to make up about 20% of the population. Atheists fall into this category, are widely misunderstood, and just as in this case, often discriminated against by the religious majority.
MORE: http://dividedundergod.com/2013/06/20/margaret-doughty-awarded-citizenship/
See also...
Citizenship Confusion: You Don't Have To Join A Church To Become An American
https://www.au.org/blogs/wall-of-separation/citizenship-confusion-you-don-t-have-to-join-a-church-to-become-an-american
