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Proclamation on 850th Anniversary of the Martyrdom of Saint Thomas Becket (www.whitehouse.gov)
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– Orwellthatendswell 9 points ago +19 / -10

Yes, the state shouldn't have supremacy over people's beliefs, but no, the church shouldn't have supremacy over the state either.

The church during that time wasn't looking for state freedom, but state supremacy. Limiting the power of the church is as noble as limiting the power of kings - both can lead to tyranny.

Freedom of thought is freedom not just of religion, but from religion.

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