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LostOne4Ever

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8. I agree entirely
Wed Jun 26, 2013, 08:23 PM
Jun 2013

I don't doubt that islamophobic sentiment is contributing to this decline in belief. That is something that needs to be fixed.

But from my eyes and experiences the actions of conservative fundamentalist are a major reason for the disdain of religion many people have developed. Back long ago, when I was a believer, the sexist and homophobic attitudes of fundamentalist like Faldwell, Robertson, etc. were a large part of my problem with religion. I imagine several others feel the same way. This includes both those who stayed with their religions and those (like myself) who ultimately rejected them.

Thus why I am trying to point this out. I see their opposition just enforcing doubts and suspicions about religion and pushing more people toward non-belief. It is ironic, that in their religious zeal they are probably doing more to lead to the decline of organized religion in this country than almost anyone else.

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