Nones=Deism?

More from Andrew Sullivan, quoted Steven Waldman on Beliefnet. Here is something more:

The rise of the Nones is usually decried by religious leaders as a sign of secularization or atheism's ascent but get this: 51% say they believe in God.

Again, I think organized religion is important within the context of pluralism. While Franklin and Jefferson could be unencumbered philosophers, I think most people require a structure to spiritual practice -- just as they require a structure for community service. (We are more likely to raise money for cancer treatment if there is a fundraiser, than to donate a check out of the blue to the local research center.)

Pluralism, although distinct from Deism, is dependent on it. What pluralism does that Deism does not is embrace divine revelation.