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Melting Pot debate over interfaith marriage in Zangwill play
The article argues The Melting Pot aims to show America as a melting pot yet finds no true fusion of nations or faiths in the drama. It notes Vera and David exemplify mixed heritage and questions whether the play supports universal American identity or merely tolerates religious plurality without full fusion. The writer condemns zeal for reform and highlights America as mother of religions, with many faiths coexisting under one citizenship.