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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For more information on Freemasonry visit the United Grand Lodge of
England at: http://www.ugle.org.uk/masonry/what-is-freemasonry.htm
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