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Meaning
The quote says that freedom of religion should be treated as a basic constitutional value. It also frames that freedom as one of the country's original principles.
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Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
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No source found on Wikiquote; the quote is attributed to Paul Ryan.
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About Paul Ryan
American former politician
Paul Davis Ryan is an American former politician. He served as the 54th speaker of the United States House of Representatives from 2015 to 2019, and represented Wisconsin's 1st congressional district from 1999 to 2019. A Republican, he was also his party's vice presidential nominee in the 2012 presidential election, running alongside Mitt Romney. He is known for his long tenure in Congress and for holding one of the highest offices in the House.
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