I think there ought to be a strict separation or wall built between our religious faith and our practice of political authority in office. I don't think the President of the United States should extoll Christianity if he happens to be a Christian at the expense of Judaism, Islam or other faiths.

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This quote emphasizes the importance of maintaining a clear separation between religious beliefs and political authority. It argues that political leaders, such as the President of the United States, should refrain from favoring their own religious faith over others. By advocating for a strict separation, the quote suggests that religious neutrality is crucial to ensure equal respect and representation for all faiths within the political realm.

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