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Backlash Over Racist Doll Incident at Mardi Gras Parade

2/16/2026

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Mayor Condemns Racism

An incident at the Krewe of Tucks parade sparked backlash after a girl caught a Black doll with beads, evoking racist imagery.
Mayor Helena Moreno condemned the display as offensive and unacceptable and urged respect and inclusion.
The Krewe of Tucks is investigating the incident and promising accountability for those responsible.
Community leaders, including Attorney General Liz Murrill, are collaborating to prevent such actions from tarnishing future Mardi Gras.

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Moore and Figures Acknowledge Mardi Gras

A bipartisan resolution, introduced by U.S. Representative Barry Moore and U.S. Representative Shomari Figures, recognizes Mobile, Alabama, as the birthplace of Mardi Gras in the United States.
The resolution notes the first organized Mardi Gras occurred in Mobile in 1703.
The effort seeks to solidify Mobile's significance amid Mardi Gras' association with New Orleans.
The measure aims to secure national acknowledgment of Mobile's contributions as festivities approach Fat Tuesday.

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Mayor Condemns Racism

An incident at the Krewe of Tucks parade sparked backlash after a girl caught a Black doll with beads, evoking racist imagery.
Mayor Helena Moreno condemned the display as offensive and unacceptable and urged respect and inclusion.
The Krewe of Tucks is investigating the incident and promising accountability for those responsible.
Community leaders, including Attorney General Liz Murrill, are collaborating to prevent such actions from tarnishing future Mardi Gras.

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