The Reality of Mankind is Diverse
It is clear that the reality of mankind is diverse, that opinions are various and sentiments different; and this difference of opinions, of thoughts, of intelligence, of sentiments among the human species arises from essential necessity; for the differences in the degrees of existence of creatures is one of the necessities of existence, which unfolds itself in infinite forms.
~ Abdu’l-Baha, Some Answered Questions, p. 301
The Baha’is appreciate all manner of well-formed opinions. In fact, the Baha’i decision-making process, known as consultation, allows for everyone who wishes to speak to voice her or his opinion. It is necessary for these differences to exist, to be considered and to be examined. Just as there is diversity in our physical appearances, and in our abilities, God also provided with this diversity of thought. All innovations throughout history, whether they be in the form of technology, social progress, or spirituality occurred because someone had a different opinion. This is necessary for our development and progress as a species.