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Satanic Temple Erects Holiday Display at Iowa State Capitol

The display, referred to as 'Baphomet', has sparked controversy among local residents and religious leaders.

  • The Satanic Temple has set up a holiday display at the Iowa State Capitol, featuring a ram's head on a mannequin covered in red cloth.
  • The display, which the Temple refers to as 'Baphomet', is part of a celebration of 'religious plurality'.
  • Co-founder of the Satanic Temple, Lucien Greaves, insists the display is about exercising religious freedom and those who don't like it can choose to ignore it.
  • Many local residents and religious leaders have expressed their discomfort and opposition to the display.
  • The display will remain at the Capitol for 14 days.
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