One might think that in the field of religious ideas, at least, public and private schools would provide a place for free inquiry and vigorous dissent lacking in church institutions. (religion-online.org)
Since the heart of liberalism was its endorsement of the best in modern culture, scientifically based free inquiry, together with its technological benefits, would automatically advance Christian civilization. (firstthings.com)
I haven't lost confidence in the ideal of free inquiry. (firstthings.com)