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Religious fairness in Ireland's church disestablishment debate
In a cautious critique of Gladstone era policy, the author urges tenderness toward the Irish Church as it moves toward disestablishment and disendowment. The piece argues for humane transition, local support, and a shift to voluntary funding, while warning against punitive measures and state endowments that blunt internal reform.
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Bright
Limerick
Ireland
United Kingdom
Friends of Religious Equality
Mr. Gladstone
Friends
Church of Ireland
Matthew Arnold
Arnold
Friends of
Religious Equality