“As long as the people persist in voting for or against men on account of their religious views, just so long will hypocrisy hold place and power.”

American orator and lawyer of the late 19th century, Ingersoll was a prominent figure in freethought and secularism. His sharp wit and eloquent speeches championed reason, science, and skepticism, making him a leading voice against religious dogma. His influence extended beyond rhetoric to advocacy for civil rights and progressive social causes.