Democracy is, first and foremost, a spiritual force, it is built upon a spiritual basis - and on a belief in God and an observance of moral principle. And in the long run only the church can provide that basis. Our founder knew this truth - and we will neglect it at our peril.

, Public Papers of the President of the United States: Harry S. Truman - 1951 U.S. Gov. 1966 p1063

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