I never had imaginary friends growing up, which was probably partially responsible for my disbelief in imaginary deities...The New York Times on Wednesday carries an analysis of how certain words and phrases have been used by speakers at the Republican National Convention.
There were 62 mentions of "God" in the speeches. Compared to the 148 mentions of "Romney," God came out relatively good, unlike the phrase "middle class" that was mentioned only four times.
Rick Santorum referred to God the most — seven times — and he received cheers and applause when he said, "I thank God that America still has one party that reaches out their hands in love to lift up all of God's children, born and unborn."
Most of the God mentions were in the context of "God bless you, and God bless America."
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