Selective History

“Whoever shall introduce into public affairs the principles of primitive Christianity will change the face of the world.”

“As to Jesus of Nazareth, my opinion of who you particularly desire, I think the system of morals and His religion as He left them to us, is the best the world ever saw, or is likely to see.” — Benjamin Franklin

A few years ago, it feels like longer, then-President Barack Obama gained attention when he told a crowd America is not a Christian nation, nor has it ever claimed to be. His quote is more neutral, middle-of-the-road, than he is often given credit for.

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