Religion, Strauss said, should be used to install fear, morals and patriotism, and the idea of self sacrifice in the mind of the masses. This is exactly the function of Christian fundamentalism in contemporary American politics.
This is so right on! Thanks for the link. By the way Glenda, I can never sign on to the train either.
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hi, betmo...just doing some long-needed morning reading!!
hi glenda- tried to leave you a message at the peace train but couldn't figure out how to do it. i have to get my butt around and post- soon!
Religion, Strauss said, should be used to install fear, morals and patriotism, and the idea of self sacrifice in the mind of the masses. This is exactly the function of Christian fundamentalism in contemporary American politics.
This is so right on! Thanks for the link. By the way Glenda, I can never sign on to the train either.
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