Does Belief in God Hurt America?

According to a new study, prosperity is highest in countries that practice religion the least.

In a paper posted recently on the online journal Evolutionary Psychology, independent researcher Gregory S. Paul reports a strong correlation within First World democracies between socioeconomic well-being and secularity. In short, prosperity is highest in societies where religion is practiced least.

The rest of the story: Is Belief in God Hurting America? by David Villano, Miller-McCune.com (Alternet 2009-11-25)