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The quote argues that marriage should be defined by religious authority rather than by lawmakers. It presents the Church as having the right to decide what counts as a sacrament. The second part contrasts that authority with Parliament’s role.
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Originally said in English.
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About Jacob Rees-Mogg
British politician, businessman and broadcaster
Sir Jacob William Rees-Mogg is a British politician, businessman and broadcaster, born in 1969. A Conservative Party figure, he served as MP for North East Somerset from 2010 to 2024 and became known for his role in Westminster and for his socially conservative profile. He served as Leader of the House of Commons and Lord President of the Council from 2019 to 2022, then held ministerial posts in 2022 as Minister of State for Brexit Opportunities and Government Efficiency and later as Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy. He also chaired the eurosceptic European Research Group from 2018 to 2019.
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