While acknowledging the vital role of religion in shaping our societal values, I believe that the state should maintain its secular character, respecting the principle of separation of Church and State. This means that we should safeguard religious freedom, allowing individuals to practice their faith without interference, but also without imposing religious doctrines on public policy. Therefore, contentious religious issues, such as abortion or LGBT rights, should be resolved based on human rights and civil liberties, rather than religious doctrines.