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Dutch ditch blackface at holiday parade, opt for ‘sooty face’ insteadThe Netherlands' version of the Santa Claus parade will change how it depicts his helper, Black Pete, amid concerns about blackface.TrendingSep 19, 2019
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Christmas around the world: Top carols and how different cultures view Santa ClausWhile the version of Santa Claus with rosy cheeks, white beard and red suit is quite widespread, depictions and traditions vary around the world.FeaturesDec 24, 2018
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Edmonton bakery issues apology after ‘Black Pete’ Dutch character sparked complaintsDutch Delicious issued an apology after fielding concerns about "Black Pete", a Dutch character being represented in the store.ConsumerDec 10, 2016
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Does tradition trump all? Debate stoked over controversial Dutch character in EdmontonA longtime Dutch holiday tradition is stoking debate in Edmonton, after the appearance of a controversial figure at an Edmonton bakery.CanadaDec 4, 2016
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Protest against Dutch holiday tradition that has Santa’s helpers resemble slavesAs the Sinterklaas festival kicked off in the Netherlands, people gathered in Amsterdam to protest one element of the party they see as unwelcome: his assistant in blackface makeup, Black Pete.WorldNov 16, 2013
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