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Article: Hindus get some non-Hindu support on "The Love Guru" issue in USA

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March 31, 2008
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Washington, March 31 -- Some non-Hindu religious leaders have come out in support of Hindus who were concerned about the upcoming Hollywood movie "The Love Guru" apparently degrading their institutions.

Father Charles T. Durante, a Catholic priest well respected in northern Nevada for his various community outreach efforts, in a statement, said, "...it is important that we respect those parts of every faith tradition which are held especially sacred. I applaud Paramount Pictures for being open to the request of Hindu leaders to preview this film and listen to any concerns that may arise for them..."

Rabbi Jonathan B. ...

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