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Old 20-02-2016, 08:03 PM #54
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Originally Posted by bitontheslide View Post
In the UK, the state is specifically aligned with the Anglican church, thus the reason why religion is taught in schools.

in the USA, the country is not aligned with any religion, and the teaching of religion is forbidden in schools.
Yes but surely it can't be denied that religion plays a much bigger part in US politics than in the UK. Ted Cruz in Iowa being a fairly typical example where a hardline Christian wins because of the evangelical vote.

IMO it is our non-separation of Church and State which is responsible for the CoE being a very moderate force these days and our country having a more healthy relationship with Christianity.
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