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The discriminations that are found in the Muslim majority countries are more Cultural than Islamic. .... I have always said to the Muslim women, please do not nurture the victim mentality. Stand up for your rights.

Tariq Ramadan

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Tariq Ramadan
Age: 62
Born: 1962
Born: August 26
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