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. . . in no instance has a system in regard to religion been ever established, but for the purpose, as well as with the effect of its being made an instrument of intimidation, corruption, and delusion, for the support of depredation and oppression in the hands of governments.

Jeremy Bentham , in Constitutional Code; For the Use All Nations and All Governments Professing Liberal Opinions Volume 1
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