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A political pattern has the same hold upon its votaries as a religion; the enthusiasts of Moscow and of Rome differ only in the object of their worship.
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Harold J. Laski
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Here, Laski draws a parallel between political ideologies and religions, suggesting that both can inspire fervent devotion.
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