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From: ron@brl-tgr.ARPA (Ron Natalie )
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Subject: Re: Is religion bad for you? - WARNING: LANGUAGE, ADULT SITUATIONS
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One of the more interesting theories is brought up by James Hogan in his
"Giants" series, that religion was forced on our planet by aliens to
retard our development.  Heinlein's latest also has a very interesting
view on religion.

Another intersting pearl about religion from James Hogan was related to
us very late one night at an SF con party.  He said that his favorite
way of getting rid of Mormons (et al) who come to the door is to say
"Fuck Off, we're not superstitious."  In a more playful mood, he invites
them in for COFFEE.

-Ron