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“Many things about American life, that even secular people consider good, have flowed from the presence of a robust, resilient institutional Christianity.”

Quote by Ross Douthat

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Ross Douthat is an American author born on November 28, 1979. He is known for his works on political, religious, and social issues, characterized by in-depth analysis and critical thinking. more

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