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Sinterklaas brings racial controversy to town

Mitra Nazar, The Hague, The NetherlandsNovember 6, 2015

In the leadup to Christmas each year, Sinterklaas and his black-faced helper "Black Pete" preside over celebrations and parades across the Netherlands. But for activist Quinsy Gario, the tradition is outdated and racially offensive.

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