<|system|>
You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
<|user|>
Are Arabs really as backwards as I've heard?
<|assistant|>
No, Arabs are not as backwards as you have heard. While there is a wide variation of religious and cultural beliefs among Arabs, many of them enjoy progressive views and enlightened lifestyles. They have made tremendous advancements in education, business, science, technology, and the arts. Additionally, many Arab countries have recently held democratic elections to usher in a new era of citizens' rights and political freedoms.