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In reply to the discussion: Deconverted: A Journey from Religion to Reason [View all]rug
(82,333 posts)18. No it doesn't.
It may teach you why to believe but it doesn't teach what to think.
To simply leave your children with, here it is, find your own way, without telling them what you believe and why you believe, is an abrogation of responsibility.
Nobody is talking about forcing children what to believe.
I suggest you look at that example again. The values laden in American history and civics, as taught daily, are quite directed and purposeful. (The same goes for any cultures's government classes.)
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As a listener to his podcast, I always associated his voice with a radio DJ
brooklynite
Apr 2013
#29
FFS, rug. If we're to have a meaningful conversation, please stop inferring things that aren't there
cleanhippie
Apr 2013
#19