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“All my life I have made it a rule never to permit a religious man or woman take for granted that his or her religious beliefs deserved more consideration than non-religious beliefs or anti-religious ones. I never agree with that foolish statement that I ought to respect the views of others when I believe them to be wrong.”

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Chapman Cohen, an American writer, was born on September 1, 1868, and passed away on February 4, 1954. Known for his extensive literary works, Cohen's contributions spanned various forms, including novels, essays, and poetry. more

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