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Old 01-24-2015, 07:48 PM
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Originally Posted by whell View Post
Of course there are extremists on both ends of the spectrum of the religious debate that give their respective causes a black eye. The folks in the middle are caught up in the damage caused by the folks on the extremes who can't seem to embrace the concept of "live and let live". For example, while you might admire his conviction, here's an example of someone who can't "live and let live":

http://www.detroitnews.com/story/new...sade/22253013/

As far as religious types who don't get it, one need look no further than what's going on in Iraq and Syria.
Looks to me like he is trying to keep organized religion and government from becoming intertwined and simpatico. For that, I applaud his efforts.

Dave
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