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A central theme of the discussion revolves around the question: Is hate innate or learned? The speaker argues convincingly that humans are not born with hate. Unlike animals, where instinct governs behavior primarily for survival, human hate is something that is learned over time through cultural conditioning, environments, and repeated negative experiences.
He emphasizes that babies are born inherently innocent—crying only for needs like nourishment and warmth—without any preconceived notions of race, ethnicity, or groups. Early childhood exposure to media, language, and social attitudes cultivates the seeds of hatred. For example, a child's encounter with violence or prejudice at a young age can set the stage for developing hate later in life.