"I am not here to parade my religious sentiments, but I declare I have too much respect for the faith in which I was born to ever use it as the basis of a political organization"
- Wilfrid Laurier
About this Quote
Wilfrid Laurier's quote talks to the value of separating faith from politics. He is expressing his regard for his faith, however also his understanding that it should not be used as a basis for political organization. He is highlighting the importance of keeping religion and politics different, as mixing the 2 can result in dispute and division. He is also recommending that faith needs to not be used as a tool to acquire political power or impact. Laurier's quote is a suggestion that faith ought to be respected and appreciated, however not used as a means to acquire power or control. It is a suggestion that politics should be based upon realities and evidence, not on religious beliefs.
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