"Reject racial or religious hate. Embrace moderate Islam"
- Geraldo Rivera
About this Quote
This quote by Geraldo Rivera is a call to reject racism and spiritual intolerance and to accept a moderate kind of Islam. He is motivating individuals to decline hatred and bigotry and to instead welcome a more tolerant and peaceful version of the religion. He is likewise recommending that individuals need to not be evaluated based on their race or religious beliefs, but rather on their specific benefits and beliefs. By welcoming moderate Islam, Rivera is suggesting that individuals must be open to various interpretations of the faith and ought to not be quick to judge or condemn those who practice it differently. He is likewise motivating people to be more accepting of different cultures and beliefs, and to pursue peace and understanding. Ultimately, Rivera is advocating for a more tolerant and serene world, devoid of hatred and bigotry.
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