”Though there is much focus, understandably, on extremism associated with the perversion of the proper faith of Islam, there are elements of extremism in every major faith” - Tony Blair
BBC: Former prime minister Tony Blair has launched a faith foundation to tackle global poverty, challenge conflict and unite the world's religions.
Mr Blair, who is a Roman Catholic, unveiled the foundation in New York.
The Tony Blair Faith Foundation has three aims: to promote faith as a force for good, improve awareness between religions and tackle poverty and war.
Mr Blair said there was "nothing more important" than creating understanding between different faiths and cultures. Blair Launches Faith Foundation >>>
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Tony Blair on his foundation's aims
Hat tip: Pierre of Québec for drawing this story to my attention.
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