DrTeeth
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We all know a secular state is a state which has a separation of church and government. It personally means to me that my secular government isn't going to base legislation on religious convictions. It also means to me that law- and policymakers aren't going to make specific laws that are made in order to promote or abolish religions or anything affiliated with religion unless this is against other laws (for instance a ceremonial sword which goes against weapon legislation). I also think that being a member of a certain religion shouldn''t grant anyone special rights over people of other religions or athiests/agnostics.
What's your take about a secular state, and maybe even more important that definitions, how do you value it? Do you think it's one of the most important aspects of a 'free' country or do you think you could do without?
Disclaimer; this thread is inspired by and dedicated to the gay-marriage and French head scarf threads but not meant as a place to discuss these particular topics again.
What's your take about a secular state, and maybe even more important that definitions, how do you value it? Do you think it's one of the most important aspects of a 'free' country or do you think you could do without?
Disclaimer; this thread is inspired by and dedicated to the gay-marriage and French head scarf threads but not meant as a place to discuss these particular topics again.
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