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“Americans have called on moderates in Muslim countries to speak out against extremists, to stand up for the tolerance they say they believe in. We should all have the guts do the same at home.”

Quote by Nicholas D. Kristof

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Nicholas D. Kristof

Nicholas D. Kristof is an American journalist renowned for his in-depth investigative reporting. Born on April 27, 1959, he has won the Pulitzer Prize and has been a columnist for The New York Times. Kristof's reporting focuses on global poverty, human rights, and foreign policy issues, often sparking public attention to important social issues. more

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