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“If you believe that man is inherently flawed-what religious people call 'original sin'-it follows that man, if left to his own devices, will tend towards ego-driven disharmony. Traditionalist conservatives know that absent the restraining hand of religion, tradition, or the state, there is nothing to prevent human beings from acting in ways contrary to their own best interests, or those of the community.”

Quote by Rod Dreher

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Rod Dreher, born on February 14, 1967, is an American writer whose work spans across various domains including religion, culture, and politics. He is particularly known for his insights into conservative Christianity. more

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