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Opposition Grows Towards ‘Blackface’ Christmas Character
Criticism is rising internationally towards a traditional Christmas character in Dutch society that several people are calling an oppressive reincarnation. St. Nicholas Day, celebrated in the Netherlands on December 6, represents the arrival of Santa Claus and his stogie, “Zwarte Piet” or Black Pete. Zwarte Piet works as an elf, assisting Santa with the delivery…
