The justification of Atheism

One thing I have noticed time and time again while engaging in debates with Atheists is that most of them say they do not need to justify there Atheism. But, I want to know why this is. Who said they are special to be allowed not to? I mean, Atheism is an intellectual position, right? What reasons do Atheists have for holding that position? Are Atheists reasons based upon logic, and/or the lack of evidence? If this is the case, then is there any reason or evidence for Atheists to hold the position that they defend?

Is there any good reason to even be an Atheist, is what I am basically asking. In order for a position to be held or to be considered rational, it needs to have good, rational reasons to believe in it or to hold that position. Or at least rational arguments for it. But unfortunately, I have failed to see Atheists producing any of this.

If an Atheist were to say that Atheism needs no evidence or reason, then are they holding a position that has no evidence or rational basis? If so, then isn’t that simply faith? If an Atheist were to say that Atheism is supported by the lack of evidence for God, then it is only that Atheist's opinion that there is no evidence. Simply because they cannot or do not know all the reasons, arguments or evidences for God. And remember, the absence of evidence is not always evidence of absence. If there was no evidence the butler killed the maid that still doesn't mean the butler didn't kill the maid.

So, allow me to ask once more. What are the benefits of Atheism? Why should one be an Atheist?

Atheism needs to be justified like any other position here on Earth. It really isn't much different.