Quote by John O. Brennan

Why should a great and powerful nation like the United States allow its relationship with more than a billion Muslims around the world to be defined by the narrow hatred and nihilistic actions of an exceptionally small minority of Muslims?

Why should a great and powerful nation like the United State

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of not letting the actions of a small extremist group define the relationship between the United States and the global Muslim population. It questions why a nation as influential and powerful as the US should allow a narrow hatred and the destructive actions of a minute percentage of Muslims to overshadow the broader scope of the Muslim community. The quote advocates for a more inclusive and empathetic perspective, encouraging the US to cultivate a relationship that is based on understanding, cooperation, and respect for the vast majority of Muslims worldwide.

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By John O. Brennan

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