In recent weeks, bullying, and other abhorrent expressions of disrespect. I am compelled to offer a different perspective to hate speech.
Every instance of hate speech is a call to individuals and society to examine the response that will eliminate the source of hatred - a response that reflects the values of society toward each individual and group. Instances of hate speech cannot be dismissed as affecting only individuals or small groups - hate speech affects the integrity with which everyone in society lives. We have a responsibility to convey moral outrage, and engage in declarative acts of living that make clear that hate speech is not acceptable.
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