The great majority of Americans do not know much about Islam but nonetheless fear it as violent, expansionist and alien to their society. The problem to overcome is not hatred, but ignorance.
Interpretation
Fear of Islam stems from a lack of understanding rather than genuine hatred.
This quote highlights the misconception that many Americans hold towards Islam, associating it with violence and expansionism due to ignorance. It suggests that the root problem is not animosity towards the religion itself, but rather a lack of knowledge and understanding about its teachings and beliefs.
In practice
In a discussion about cultural awareness, this quote could emphasize the importance of education.
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