Jewish caricature in Ukrainian Christmas tradition resurfaces at New Jersey church, drawing criticism
(JTA) — It had all the trappings of a conventional Christmas pageant: the three wise men, Christmas carols, and children dressed as angels. But there was a twist: This pageant, performed on Sunday in New Jersey, also included a Hasidic Jewish caricature, carrying a sack of coins and dancing with the devil. Earlocks swaying, the...
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