Quote by Tony Blair

My dad was a militant atheist, or is a militant atheist. My mum was sort of bought up in a religious family because she was a Protestant from Ireland but wasn't especially religious.

My dad was a militant atheist, or is a militant atheist. My

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This quote highlights the contrasting beliefs within the speaker's family. The speaker's father is described as a militant atheist, suggesting a strong and fervent disbelief in religion. On the other hand, the speaker's mother came from a religious background but did not hold strong religious convictions herself. The quote showcases the diversity of beliefs and experiences within families, emphasizing the importance of personal beliefs and their impact on one's relationship with religion.

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