# Why Does the "Pledge Atheist" Have to be Such a Nutcase?

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**Created:** [July 1, 2002, 2:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-does-the-pledge-atheist-have-to-be-such-a-nutcase/116827 "2002-07-01T14:07:55Z")\
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**Post date:** [July 13, 2002, 1:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-does-the-pledge-atheist-have-to-be-such-a-nutcase/116827/61 "2002-07-13T13:08:14Z")

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And exactly how did Newdow commit perjury, Apache? Citing the specific portions of the law allegedly violated would be in order for you to make your case, of course.

BTW, I’m no atheist and I believe the court’s decision is correct.

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