Atheism and Religious Pluralism: Navigating between the Freedom "of" and the Freedom "from" Religion more

What happens to atheism in a liberal democracy when religious beliefs are respected?  And more importantly, how can atheism show its respect for the right to believe as one wishes while considering such beliefs contemptuous?  Much work done on religious pluralism elevates religion to a place of sanctity and often confuses the right to believe with respect for any and all beliefs.  If you do not respect someone’s religious beliefs in a pluralistic society you are often seen as intolerant, even if you respect the right for the person to believe so.  This article attempts to locate a place where one can respect the right for people to freely hold and express their religious beliefs while allowing for persons to consider such beliefs false, misguided, and hazardous.  It examines the ways atheism may relate to totalizing beliefs, religious pluralism, and liberal theology and tries to find a balance between freedom of and freedom from religion.