Up For Debate: As We Evolve, Do We Still Need Religion?

Up For Debate: As We Evolve, Do We Still Need Religion?

By Newsy Staff

By Newsy Staff
July 5, 2018

July 5, 2018

Newsy partners with Intelligence Squared U.S. to restore critical thinking. In this debate: As we evolve, do we still need religion?

SHOW TRANSCRIPT

In partnership with Intelligence Squared U.S., Newsy brings you a snapshot of "Up for Debate." In this episode, experts debate what role religion plays in society as we continue to evolve. Catch a new episode of the full debate Sunday at 9 a.m. ET.

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