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 James wrote:

No, Iván.

I'm a strong atheist (not that I like to use the term, as I mentioned earlier).  I do not preach this.  I know God (not just in the traditional sense) does not exist.  

How do you know?
Do you have any evidence?
Is it your belief?

Then if you believe in something with no evidence at all, it's an act of faith that can be equated tto a religious disbelief.

I know wyou don't preach as an individual, but I'm not talking of evangelism, i believe in God and I don't preach either, religious belief bassed in faith without evidence is something preaching is a personal call that believers and non believers can have

Despite the fact, many atheists preach:

American Atheists is not afraid to point out that which is true: religion is ridiculous. Mythology and religion are synonymous, and none is better than another. Religion is malicious, malevolent, and unworthy of respect  http://www.atheists.org/religion (This is a creed, and a very offensive, arrogant one, they ask for respect, but they say religion is not worth respect.) 
Grown a network of volunteers who perform a variety of important tasks in their community, from placing American Atheist books in libraries to writing letters and publicizing the Atheist perspective. http://www.atheists.org/about (This is atheist evangelism) 

Why do some atheists care so much about atheism?
Many atheists do not consider their lack of belief in god(s) any more important than their lack of belief in Invisible Pink Unicorns (IPUs). However, many other atheists are passionate and vocal about their atheism. They may feel strongly about their atheism for any number of reasons:

They think atheism is true 
They find it interesting 
They want to protect the rights of fellow atheists 
They recently de-converted and it fills a void previously filled by religion 
They want to find good answers to questions about atheism 
They have been approached repeatedly by religionists who want to convert them 
They are concerned about attempts by religionists to write their beliefs and practices into law, and want to stop them 
They want others to experience the benefits of atheism http://www.infidels.org/library/modern/jeff_lowder/society.html (This is no different than commandments and an obligation to evangelize)
So, you get my `poinnt, this is almost like an organized religion 
I do not need any facts (not that any exist) of his existence or non-existence.
Then you're basing it in your subjective belief, in other words FAITH

There maybe others who think the same way as me but that's neither here nor their.  I do not converse with these people and neither do I convert others over.

Having a religious believe dioesn't imply you will turn into an evangelist.

And it's not denial either.  I do not need evidence.

Just as the religious person doesn't need religion, only fraith.

Having said that, I do not like to label myself.

You are the one who  started your post saying (and I quote) "I'm a strong atheist" 

Ergo,  you are labeling yourself exactly as I do when I say I'm a Roman Catholic, and to be honest, with the same faith and pride in your belief.

Iván