Although Westerners have not embraced atheism, they seem to have done a good job is compartmentalizing religion. They consider this an improvement and I generally agree. Our faith is still a part of our secular life in many ways, but history has shown when we make it a part of everything, it tends to leave to oppression and suffering. And no, like this article in the NYTimes, I don't see the Muslim world following suit anytime soon. Religion and Churches - Separation of Church and State - New York Times
