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Hate and Understanding in an Era of Polarization
April 2, 2018
The Center for Global Islamic Studies hosted an open discussion on hate and its consequences at the Bob Graham Center on April 2 at 6 p.m. in the Pugh Hall Ocora. The program was part of The Dr. Sayeed and Atiya Ahmed Islamic Lecture Series. Using the American Muslim population as a case study, panelists discussed how misunderstandings of others can be exploited to spread fear, while deconstructing the history and industry of hate in America. Examples of coalition-building, which can help to improve understanding and overcome structural and societal barriers to an inclusive and pluralistic America, were also be considered. Panelists included Alejandro Beutel, a senior research analyst from the Southern Poverty Law Center, and Meira Neggaz, executive director, Institute for Social Policy & Understanding.