America's growing agnositc population

(WWLP) - Research shows a growing number of Americans are identifying themselves as non-religious.

Experts say many people are becoming skeptics but not out right atheists.

A new survey by Trinity College shows that within 20 years, a quarter of Americans will claim no religious affiliation.

Some local residents told 22News they agree with the findings while others say they believe spirituality is still very much alive.

"The amount of atheists is increasing and I think thats related to technology changes and political changes," said Natan Pakman of Northampton.

Colin Brown of Southampton disagrees, "I think people are more religious now that they know how much its brings families together, it brings alot of morals."

While some people said they were not religious, others identified themselves as spiritual, but not belonging to a church.