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September 7th 2007 20:20
It's an interesting and challenging time for countries and societies around the world who are being confronted by the specter of religious fundamentalism. I think that it presents the greatest threat to the future. Theocracy has plagued humanity for all of recorded history, but many had thought it to be on the decline. On the contrary, it remains a true and constant danger to all the countries of the world.
While much has been written and said about the threats posed from Islamic fundamentalism, it isn't the sole concern by any means. Every bit as dangerous, Christian fundamentalism threatens to erase democratic principles - most notably in the United States. Christian fundamentalism has coupled with the ugly beast of uncontrolled capitalism and cronyism to push America to the brink of a quasi-dictatorship empowered by the fears, superstitions, and bigotry.
My position is that although religion does have adherents who don't support the agendas of the fundamentalists, it is the treating of religion as sound philosophy that gives the required power to fundamentalist movements. Still, I don't wish to bring an end to religion. Just to the ability religion has to form government policy and to either start or justify warfare.
Please join me, and feel free to add anything you would like, I welcome any and all discussions.
While much has been written and said about the threats posed from Islamic fundamentalism, it isn't the sole concern by any means. Every bit as dangerous, Christian fundamentalism threatens to erase democratic principles - most notably in the United States. Christian fundamentalism has coupled with the ugly beast of uncontrolled capitalism and cronyism to push America to the brink of a quasi-dictatorship empowered by the fears, superstitions, and bigotry.
My position is that although religion does have adherents who don't support the agendas of the fundamentalists, it is the treating of religion as sound philosophy that gives the required power to fundamentalist movements. Still, I don't wish to bring an end to religion. Just to the ability religion has to form government policy and to either start or justify warfare.
Please join me, and feel free to add anything you would like, I welcome any and all discussions.
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Comment by Jim Stillman
Political Certainty
Anyway, the best of luck and prosperity!
Comment by Michaelie
Flick Wit
I have strong views on religion though, from my personal experiences with it in my own life, and I think we will be clashing and concurring with one another in the future!
Michaelie
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