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“I'm asking Muslims in the West a very basic question: Will we remain spiritually infantile, caving to cultural pressures to clam up and conform, or will we mature into full-fledged citizens, defending the very pluralism that allows us to be in this part of the world in the first place? My question for non-Muslims is equally basic: Will you succumb to the intimidation of being called "racists," or will you finally challenge us Muslims to take responsibility for our role in what ails Islam?”

Quote by Irshad Manji

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Irshad Manji is an author known for her work in promoting dialogue and understanding between different cultures and religions. Born in 1968, she has written several books that address controversial topics and advocate for social justice. more

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