America is known as a predominantly Christian country. With around 77% of people identifying themselves as Christian, America is seen as "one of the most religious".
France is less religious than America, but the majority of French people are Roman Catholic. There is more freedom of religion in France, and the French government "doesn't even keep statistics on religious adherence".
Religion in France is considered private, and it is not something used to gain social respect. America is the total opposite; people advertise their religion constantly and use it to relate to people and get further in life.
In the 2007 election in France, candidates were asked for the first time to disclose their religious beliefs. Out of the 12 candidates, 11 agreed to share their beliefs. On the other hand, America's presidential candidates have always shared their religious beliefs and only one president was not raised in a household affiliated with Christianity.
America and France are not very similar in the way they handle religion. Both are very religious countries, but France is more discreet and sees religion as a private matter. America puts all beliefs on display, and often uses religion as a way to get ahead.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_the_United_States#Religion_and_politics
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_France
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