What if he is a true believer, have you thought about that?… - Charles Stross

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What if he is a true believer, have you thought about that?"
"A true believer in what? The prosperity gospel? New Republican Jesus who rewards his faithful flock for their faith with the ability to make money fast? That's self-serving cant, and you know it. Wish-fulfillment as religion." A twitch of the cheek: Persephone unamused. "Don't get me started on the gap between the Vatican and their flock."

Charles Stross

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Charles David George "Charlie" Stross (born 18 October 1964 in Leeds) is a writer based in Edinburgh, Scotland. His works range from science fiction and Lovecraftian horror to fantasy.

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