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astra_nomer ([personal profile] astra_nomer) wrote2008-07-31 10:05 am

The cognitive dissonance, it hurts

Exactly how do Christianity and democratic principles go together?

Christianity: Here are some rules passed down from On High. Follow them or die.

Democracy: Decide the rules amongst yourselves, after discussion, debate and voting.

Am I missing something?

[identity profile] astra-nomer.livejournal.com 2008-07-31 03:12 pm (UTC)(link)
Ah, the Reese's peanut butter cup model for America!

...but what if you're atheist or allergic to peanut butter?

[identity profile] ayekamn.livejournal.com 2008-07-31 03:49 pm (UTC)(link)
Then you're a commie and need to go back to Mother Russia!