Political correctness in holiday greetings.

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The discussion centers around the appropriateness of holiday greetings, specifically the use of "Merry Christmas" versus "Happy Holidays." Participants express a range of opinions on political correctness in holiday greetings, with some advocating for the freedom to say "Merry Christmas" without concern for offending others, while others suggest that "Happy Holidays" is more inclusive given the diversity of celebrations during the winter season. Many contributors emphasize that holiday greetings should be friendly gestures rather than assumptions about someone's beliefs. There is also commentary on the commercialization of Christmas and how it has overshadowed its religious significance. Some participants highlight the importance of respecting different cultures and traditions, while others argue that the prevalence of Christmas in American culture justifies its use as a greeting. Overall, the conversation reflects a mix of humor, frustration, and a desire for inclusivity during the holiday season.
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Integral said:
The history channel has a nice article on the http://www.history.com/content/christmas/the-real-story-of-christmas/" . It is only a little surprising how unChristian most of our celebrations are.

I like to remind people of just what it is that we are really celebrating.

Celebrate the Solstice!

In the spirit of Solstice and big bang theory:


http://www.cucirca.com/2009/12/14/the-big-bang-theory-season-3-episode-11-the-maternal-congruence/
 
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Moonbear said:
we don't wish people a Happy Spring or Joyous Summer, so why would Winter be special?

Easter/Eostre/Vernal Equinox.

Midsummer/Summer Solstice.

We just don't celebrate these things as much here in the US as the Christmas/Yule/ect season.
 

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