Misho Shamara (AKA Big Sha) is the self-proclaimed leader of a series of pro-government counter-rallies. Photo by BGNES

The American Jewish Committee, AJC, has condemned the anti-Semitic rant of Bulgarian rapper Misho Shamara (Big Sha).

At the end of July, Shamara burst out in an anti-Semitic rant against former Bulgarian Finance Minister Simeon Djankov on the air TV7.

"It is normal for a budget prepared by Simeon Djankov to be revised. He is the most incapable Jewish vermin,"

said Shamara before TV7.

Local media report Wednesday that AJC Executive Director David Harris has told Reuters his organization was saddened and shocked that Bulgaria, which is known for its tolerance and respectfulness, has allowed such incidents without condemning the media or public figures involved, even though civil leaders have done it immediately.