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Richard Dawkins and Ian McEwan talk about Religion, Science, Truth and American Christianity

The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins

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The Shift from Secularism to Theocracy in America

This chapter explores the founding principles of the American Republic, emphasizing the founders' desire for a secular state free from religious influence. The discussion highlights current political trends towards theocracy and reflects on the irony of America's original ideals in relation to contemporary governance.

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