Quote by Andrew Denton

I have deep respect for people's individual faith, but when faith gets connected to the machinery of state, or the machinery of hate, I find it very confronting.

I have deep respect for people's individual faith, but when

Summary

This quote expresses the speaker's profound admiration for personal beliefs and faith systems. However, they voice discomfort when faith becomes intertwined with either governmental structures or driven by prejudice and hostility. The speaker highlights their concern about the potential dangers that arise when religious convictions become entangled with political power or are weaponized to sow division and animosity within society.

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By Andrew Denton

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