We see this mindset in too many parts of the Middle East. There, so much of the collapse in order has been fueled because Leaders sought legitimacy, not because of policies or programs, but by resorting to persecuting political opposition or demonizing other religious sects. by narrowing the public space to the mosque, where in too many places perversions of a great faith were tolerated. (29:32–29:47)
CLAIM
Asserts that some leaders in the Middle East gain legitimacy through persecution and demonization.
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