Nothing wrong with ‘Soup Nazi’ giveaway

For the writer of a letter to the editor (“IronPigs ‘Soup Nazi’ promotion offensive”), let’s re-examine the context of what led to this promotion by the Lehigh Valley IronPigs.

“Seinfeld” was known in its day for comments by its characters that induce surprise and laughter, which is what a situation comedy on television is usually intended to do.

The character in question had very strict rules, which assured that as many people as possible were able to enjoy the soups his store cooked.

True, “Nazi” is an extreme term, but in this context, many of the people (those above a certain age, given the original episode aired over 23 years ago) that might be attending this or any ’Pigs game, understand, and are possibly entertained by, its use here.

Robert D. Frable

Easton