The person to whom you were replying did not assent to the views quoted. You can dispute the views to the person who reported them, but it will not change the o

The person to whom you were replying did not assent to the views quoted. You can dispute the views to the person who reported them, but it will not change the opinions of those who hold the view. It is probably better to engage with the actual question of "I wonder what it will take to change people's minds".