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New York Mayor's Wife Leads Controversial Corsica Retreat Framing Mary as Oppressed Palestinian
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First reported by Now 14 · 1 day ago
What happened
Rama Dawaji, wife of New York Mayor Zohren Mamdani, is hosting an expensive retreat in Corsica that depicts Mary as an oppressed Palestinian woman, sparking criticism for historical distortion and high costs.
- 01Rama Dawaji leads a luxury retreat in Corsica portraying Mary as an oppressed Palestinian woman.
- 02The event is held at a 15th-century monastery with prices from 2,890 to 4,600 euros per participant.
- 03Critics accuse the retreat of distorting historical facts about Jesus' Jewish identity for profit.
- 04The retreat includes prayer, lectures, and meals, costing up to $5,000 per attendee.
- 05The event has ignited controversy over its political message and expensive price tag.
- 06Questions remain about the retreat's contribution to historical truth or public benefit.
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