Freemasonry is
 | | A long established, worldwide organisation of men who prize good character
| | | Focused on tolerance, friendship and good neighbourliness
| | | A non-profit organisation strongly supportive of charity and community service
| | | Comprised of men from all walks of life who share high ideals and values
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Freemasonry is not
 | | A religion - Freemasons are expected to follow their own faith and the | | | discussion of religion is not permitted within lodges
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| | A political forum - Freemasons meet in harmony and politics may not be | | | discussed within lodges
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| | A secret society although, like many other groups, it regards internal matters as | | | private
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