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What I don't like about the way the media portrays religion is that they seem to weaponize it and use it as a tool to divide people.
Zach Anner
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Zach Anner
Age: 39
Born: 1984
Born: November 17
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You really just have to have a good attitude, challenge yourself, and you can accomplish great things.
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I have a confession: I have no faith.
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