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6. They were well aware of the history of the Reformation in the UK.

Reply to lees1975 (Original post)

Fri Mar 20, 2026, 11:24 AM

Mar 20

Henry VIII broke from the Catholic Church and Catholics were persecuted. He died and was replaced by Queen Anne, a Catholic. Protestants were then persecuted. She died and was replaced by Queen Elizabeth, a Protestant, and Catholics were persecuted.

As they lived closer to that history, it was easier for them to understand why governments should not be allowed to dictate religion.

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Oh, but for the wisdom of James Madison and Thomas Jefferson on the separation of church and state. [View all] lees1975 Mar 20 OP

I've said it before - I suugest we change the Constitution to read 'FREEDOM FROM RELIGION.' NoMoreRepugs Mar 20 #1

They want to conform our society tho their interpretation of Christianity. everyonematters Mar 20 #2

IOW, they want us down on our knees.... lastlib Mar 20 #3

They want to outlaw all abortions, contraception, gay marriage, sex before marriage. everyonematters Mar 20 #7

One quick look at Charlie Kirk and what he preached and it's easy to see he didn't understand the Christian gospel. lees1975 Mar 20 #8

Heritage Foundation would like to see a return Hey Joe Mar 20 #4

One of my favorite quotes on the subject: lastlib Mar 20 #5

They were well aware of the history of the Reformation in the UK. surfered Mar 20 #6