Supporters of the displays say the Bible is on their side, but critics call the scenes sacrilegious and politically divisive, accusing the churches of abusing sacred imagery and some arguing they should lose their tax-exempt status. The archdiocese in Massachusetts ordered that the manger must be "restored to its proper sacred purpose."
The debate comes as immigration enforcement intensifies in states and cities whose leaders object to the immigration crackdown. In September alone, a combined total of at least 2,000 people were arrested in Illinois and Massachusetts, according to federal arrest figures released by immigration authorities.
nbcnews on December 12nd, 2025 at 18:08 UTC »
Supporters of the displays say the Bible is on their side, but critics call the scenes sacrilegious and politically divisive, accusing the churches of abusing sacred imagery and some arguing they should lose their tax-exempt status. The archdiocese in Massachusetts ordered that the manger must be "restored to its proper sacred purpose."
The debate comes as immigration enforcement intensifies in states and cities whose leaders object to the immigration crackdown. In September alone, a combined total of at least 2,000 people were arrested in Illinois and Massachusetts, according to federal arrest figures released by immigration authorities.
More here: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/church-nativity-scenes-add-zip-ties-gas-masks-ice-protest-immigration-rcna248861
_altocinco on December 12nd, 2025 at 18:12 UTC »
I think I understand the issue, religion to divide politics is only acceptable when it benefits fasci— I mean republicans.
paveclaw on December 12nd, 2025 at 18:23 UTC »
So fitting as most MAGATS think Jesus was white . They won’t get the joke