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Study shows young Canadians view religion negatively, seeing it as anti-intellectual and a barrier to freedom.
A study reveals that the decline of organized religion in Canada is linked to a significant shift in how younger Canadians perceive religion.
Terms like "anti-intellectual," "cultish," and "superstitious" now commonly describe religion, especially among those aged 15-35.
This negative perception developed after the 1960s, influenced by the expansion of secular higher education and progressive movements like feminism and gay liberation, which viewed religion as a barrier to individual freedom and authenticity.
Additionally, religion is often associated with the U.S. Christian Right, further contributing to its negative image.
El estudio muestra que los jóvenes canadienses ven la religión negativamente, viéndola como antiintelectual y una barrera a la libertad.