When elites of society suggest religions be eliminated they once again show their disdain for the individual, disregard for what it is that makes the individual unique.

So often we profess our belief in the concept of individuality yet work to take away from the individual what it is they most need.

Most individuals, from time to time, need, desperately need a process which has the ability to mollify personal pain, which has the ability to comfort them in times of sorrow and grief...

Religions provide that process for many individuals.

Religions may be the opiate of the people and religions may need tweaking but they definitely have the ability to address the needs of many.