George Washington's religious views


	George Washington's religious views

wiccantexan

4-13-2009 10:10 PM

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religion, belief, george washington, bush, christian, america, god

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4-14-2009 11:27 AM

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ever read Washingtons words when he proclaimed Thanksgiving a national holiday? Lotta God in there.
LOTTA GOD! After reading it, I'm surprised "they" still allow us to take part in it. LOTTA GOD!

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ps Limburger's an idiot!

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