Contentious Lazio comms chief now in anti-semitism row

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Lazio regional communications chief Marcello De Angelis was embroiled in a fresh row on Wednesday over one of his band’s songs, which described Jews as a “race of merchants”.

Lazio Governor Francesco Rocca, above right, has refused to sack his communications manager, despite De Angelis', above left, divisive comments and anti-semitic links. (Photo: ANSA)

Earlier this month he caused substantial controversy by claiming those convicted of the 1980 Bologna rail station bombing were innocent ...

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Contentious Lazio comms chief now in anti-semitism row

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