Zuckerburg says Facebook will always welcome Muslims

Facebook CEO, Mark Zuckerberg has added his voice to Donald Trump’s controversial statement on the outright ban of Muslim’s travelling to America.

Zuckerberg has urged the world not to “succumb to cynicism” despite bigots like Trump calling for Muslims to be banned from entering the United States. Today, Zuckerberg posted on his site that “I want to add my voice in support of Muslims in our community and around the world…As the leader of Facebook I want you to know that you are always welcome here and that we will fight to protect your rights”.

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The post could alienate some of Facebook’s users. But as with Facebook hosting President Barack Obama for a town hall at its headquarters, Zuckerberg and the company seem comfortable pledging support for liberal ideals and tolerance.
Zuckerberg admits that “the hate of some can make it easy to succumb to cynicism” but insists “we must not lose hope”. It’s a strong showing of the founder’s resolve, considering the cynicism he himself encountered this month after promising to put his fortune towards helping humanity.

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