NO The self-proclaimed guardians of the Italian-American identity are taking aim at The Sopranos, and Mayor Bloomberg is in the crosshairs. They say the series perpetuates negative stereotypes of Italians as foul-mouthed and violent thugs. As a born and bred New Yorker and the youngest grandson of four Italian immigrants, I feel uniquely qualified to delve into this issue: Enough of this!
Protesters reject the violence of "The Sopranos" but are happy to celebrate the legacy of Christopher Columbus, who could teach Tony Soprano a thing or two about moving into new territory. I'm tired of all this hassle about TV shows. Yes, we love to eat.
Source: New York Daily News