Areej Hazboun, Author at Valley News

An artwork called "McJesus," which was sculpted by Finnish artist Jani Leinonen and depicts a crucified Ronald McDonald, is seen on display as part of the Haifa museum's "Sacred Goods" exhibit, in Haifa, Israel, Monday, Jan. 14, 2019. Hundreds of Christians calling for the sculpture's removal protested at the museum last week. (AP Photo/Oded Balilty)

Sculpture of ‘McJesus’ Sparks Outrage in Israel

by Areej Hazboun Associated Press, and Isabel Debre Associated PressJanuary 14, 2019

Haifa, Israel — An art exhibit in Israel featuring a crucified Ronald McDonald has sparked protests by the country’s Arab Christian minority.Hundreds of Christians calling for the removal of the sculpture, entitled “McJesus,” demonstrated at the…

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