Polish Lawmaker Condemned for Anti-Semitic Attack on Menorah in Parliament
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Far-right Polish lawmaker Grzegorz Braun doused a menorah during a Hanukkah gathering in parliament, using a fire extinguisher to put out the candles.
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Braun delivered anti-Semitic remarks after the attack and has a history of controversial and intolerant views.
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The speaker of parliament expelled Braun, referred him to prosecutors, docked his salary, and stripped his expenses in response.
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Poland's new prime minister called the attack a "disgrace" and said it was unacceptable.
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There was widespread condemnation from Catholic leaders, the U.S. ambassador, Israel's ambassador, and others over the anti-Semitic act.