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As discussed in this space previously, a leading Italian author and journalist converted from Islam to Catholicism this Easter. This is the letter to the editor of Corriere della Sera in which Magdi Cristiano Allam discusses his conversion. Thanks to Vernaccia for the translation.
Dear Editor,
What I am about to relate has to do with a religious choice and a choice in my personal life. As such, it does not involve or represent in any way the position of Il Corriere della Sera, of which I am honored to be part since 2003, as vice-director ad personam. I am, therefore, writing as a private citizen about a private choice…
