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USIP Condemns Incendiary Film and Violent Reactions

Thursday, September 20, 2012 /

By: Jim Marshall

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USIP President Jim Marshall statement condemning the “Innocence of Muslims” film and the violent reactions to it.

September 20, 2012

USIP President Jim Marshall issued the following statement condemning the “Innocence of Muslims” film and the violent reactions to it: 

The United States Institute of Peace (USIP) condemns the incendiary trailer for the odious film, “Innocence of Muslims.” This film is highly offensive to all people of good will, but especially to Muslims. USIP also condemns the violent reactions to the film, which have caused very unfortunate and unnecessary death and destruction. Both the film and the violent reactions to it have shamefully set back the cause of peace. For many years USIP has worked to promote respect for the religious identity and beliefs of all people. USIP also believes in the power and duty of religious leaders to advance the cause of global peace, a cause to which USIP remains deeply committed.

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