Moncton reverses menorah decision, mayor says city acted 'too quickly'
Following a swift outcry, including a petition with more than 6,000 signatures, Moncton Mayor Dawn Arnold released the city's first public statement since its decision to not allow a menorah to be displayed outside city hall.
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Following a swift outcry, including a petition with more than 6,000 signatures, Moncton Mayor Dawn Arnold released the city's first public statement since its decision to not allow a menorah to be displayed outside city hall.