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We need to reject any politics that targets people because of race or religion. This isn't a matter of political correctness. It's a matter of understanding what makes us strong. The world respects us not just for our arsenal; it respects us for our diversity and our openness and the way we respect every faith.

We need to reject any politics that targets people because o

Topics: Diversity, faith, politics, respect By Barack Obama

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