Freedom: Religious Freedom In The United States

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Religious Freedom

Torture, war, death, happened because of no religious freedom. People say history repeats itself, and it's true things like the holocaust were caused because of no religious freedom. It happens every time because the pride and selfishness of people. In countries with no religious freedom history will repeat. Religious freedom is key to have a successful and great society.

Religious freedom allows us to believe are true beliefs and the importance of this Truly means alot to me and my religious faith. Most people in the United States won't understand. If I lived in Syria or Afghanistan I wouldn't really have a choice of my religion. Even though deep down I would have my own beliefs because nobody can truly take away

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