Forming Impressions and Misunderstandings

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The speaker expresses surprise at the impression of hounding on the connection between Islam and terrorism during a conversation with someone. The speaker emphasizes that the discussion on jihadism was only a small part of a longer conversation. Additionally, the speaker is taken aback by the perception of being bigoted against Muslims, feeling misunderstood and potentially labeled as an example of Islamophobia.

Sam Harris and Rory Stewart debate whether Islam poses a unique threat to open societies.

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