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Default Why right-wing religion is doomed...

On 11/24/13, 8:48 AM, Tim wrote:
On Sunday, November 24, 2013 7:25:59 AM UTC-6,
1. Religious ignorance spreads like cancer.


Marx said "Religion is the opiate of thee masses"

Harry, I think I know where you're coming from.


It ain't from Marx, although I do understand that misquote in context.
Marx wrote that the real purpose of religion was to create a fantasy
world for the impoverished. The realities of life for the poor make it
extremely difficult for them to be comfortable, so religious belief
tells them they will find comfort and happiness in "the next life."
Religion sugarcoats or serves as an opiate for the poor.


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Religion: together we can find the cure.