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The most memorable slogan in British electoral history was invented by a nine-year-old girl. “If You Want a Nigger For a Neighbor, Vote Labour!” was the unofficial catchphrase of the Conservative/Tory Party in the parliamentary constituency of Smethwick during the UK General Election of 1964. (more…)
Christianity spread to Armenia shortly after the life of Christ.
Christianity spread to Armenia shortly after the life of Christ.
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The Christian Right, or Religious Right, was an enormous force in American politics until George W. Bush got them to support his war against Iraq on behalf of Israel. Because the Iraq War turned out to be a disaster, the Christian Right lost much of its support in broader American society. (more…)