The Times: Societies worse off ‘when they have God on their side’
By Ruth Gledhill, Religion Corresponden, Article Reposted from: http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article571206.ece

RELIGIOUS belief can cause damage to a society, contributing towards high murder rates, abortion, sexual promiscuity and suicide, according to research published today. According to the study, belief in and worship of God are not only unnecessary for a healthy society but may actually contribute to social problems.The study counters the view of believers that religion is necessary to