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The United States must make the defense of religious freedom and the countering of violent extremism a cornerstone in its efforts to assert global leadership.  Defending religious freedom reflects America’s commitment to democracy and human rights. It could also unite Americans from the left and right of the political spectrum in upholding a core American value. ADVERTISEMENT Robust defense of religious freedom would rally America’s values-based allies at a time when minority faith groups are under pressure across the world. Anti-Semitic incidents have increased, with rising attacks on Jewish synagogues and cemeteries across Europe.  In China, Uyghur Muslims face genocide. Christians in Africa, Middle East, China, North Korea and South Asia face violence, repression and restrictions on missionary activity. Bahais and Jews are targeted in Iran, Ahmadis and Hindus are persecuted in Pakistan, and few countries fulfill their obligations under the Universal Declaration of Human

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