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Should the Catholic Church still have a say in political matters, like laws about marriage and education?

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 @9HDT45Dfrom British Columbia  answered…1yr1Y

Yes they should have the right to freedom of speech to talk about their religion and point of views.

 @9JVM95FConservativefrom Ontario  answered…1yr1Y

No, the catholic church should not have a say in the catholic church as when in history has this been a good idea. The church should remain a private entity.

 @9JVNRCZfrom Ontario  disagreed…1yr1Y

religions shouldnt have a say on political matter spcially about sexuality because not everybody is catholic so why base your rules off of it

 @9HLZ4PMConservativefrom Saskatchewan  answered…1yr1Y

I think every one should have a say no matter who you are or what religion you are.

 @9HSV7T4from Alberta  answered…1yr1Y

No, them kid touching scum bags should have no say

 @9HL4P67Conservativefrom Ontario  answered…1yr1Y

They should have a say in those connected to their own institutions for example their churches, school, etc.

 @9HJC9RSfrom Ontario  answered…1yr1Y

I think the Catholic Church Should Stay in the right laws and ruley about the bible

 @9K27SLWConservativefrom New Brunswick  answered…1yr1Y

Yes. Marriage should not even be a political thing. They literally made marriage. It is not for politicians to say anything about marriage.

 @9JVWBMFConservativefrom Alberta  answered…1yr1Y

i think it is still important to have catholic views for our country because i think they have a good value of life.

 @9JVRZMFfrom Saskatchewan  answered…1yr1Y

Sure I cant have my say I do not know enough about them to make a good answer.

 @9K4LXDXConservativefrom British Columbia  answered…1yr1Y

yes because religion matter. It can be more important to people than others but everyone should have a right to voice their opinions

 @9JVVX2BConservative from Saskatchewan  answered…1yr1Y

The catholic church still shoujld have say in political like laws about marriage and educatiuon because i feel that the Catholic Church can be trusted in certain aspects, as long as each individual can make appropriate wise decisions.

 @9JVVX2BConservative from Saskatchewan  answered…1yr1Y

I think the catholic church should still have a say in political matters like certain laws about marriage and education because they have the best internet rather than a different type of organization.

 @9JGNFJJfrom Ontario  answered…1yr1Y

Yes, we must live through the eyes of god and preach his word

 @9JZMBGWConservativefrom Ontario  answered…1yr1Y

I believe that the Catholic church should be allowed to continue certain practices (Catholic school education) and refuse certain processes (such as same-sex marriage) within their church and communities

 @9JYXBXNConservativefrom Ontario  answered…1yr1Y

I think it should stay the way it is because people have the choice to attend catholic church or schools, and it is not forced.

 @9JWKY77Conservativefrom Ontario  answered…1yr1Y

I think that marriage laws should stayed governed the way they are and if you practice a certain religion you stay to those rules.

 @9K5VCPRConservativefrom Connecticut  answered…1yr1Y

No. No religious institution should have a say in Government matters.

 @9JWLH89Conservativefrom British Columbia  answered…1yr1Y

I dont really believe religion should be higher than the government. And it's not a necessity to give churches a say in political matters.

 @9JWH96HConservativefrom Ontario  answered…1yr1Y

They should have a say in who gets married in their religion. If you’re views no longer align with theirs, separate your beliefs from theirs.

 @9JFN8QXConservativefrom Ontario  answered…1yr1Y

no because political decisions should not be based on religion. it should be be dependent on societies daily functions. not everyone will be christian.

 @9K4SHF3Conservativefrom Quebec  answered…1yr1Y

I think it's important to consider the separation of church and state when it comes to political matters. While individuals within the Catholic Church may have their own beliefs and opinions, it's crucial to ensure that laws and policies are based on the principles of equality, fairness, and the well-being of society as a whole. In a diverse society, it's important to respect different perspectives and ensure that decisions are made through a democratic process that takes into account the needs and rights of all individuals, regardless of religious affiliation.

 @9JYWP2Tfrom Ontario  answered…1yr1Y

no it should not because as we have seen the catholic church can be very corrupt and make wrong decisions such as residential schools

 @9JKDKZ8Conservative from Alberta  answered…1yr1Y

Nope. Religion should have no role in government. The Catholic Church has also shown poor judgement several times throughout history. Especially in Canada.

 @9K5F39HConservativefrom Ontario  answered…1yr1Y

I believe that the catholic church should have a say in the laws about marriage and education because The Catholic Church advocates for mostly what God would want, and it could unify our society.

 @9JWBVF7Conservativefrom Ontario  answered…1yr1Y

no i think it is a personal choice a church, and religion that claims to accept everyone seems to be awfully bias to gays.

 @9JVMDVDConservativefrom Ontario  answered…1yr1Y

No, but people should be allowed to vote based on their views. If someone is a Catholic and wants the Catholic views, they can vote for such.

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