Political correctness in holiday greetings.

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the appropriateness and implications of using "Merry Christmas" versus "Happy Holidays" as holiday greetings. Participants explore the significance of political correctness in holiday greetings and the potential assumptions made when choosing one phrase over the other.

Discussion Character

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express a preference for saying "Merry Christmas" and assert their right to do so without external pressure.
  • Others argue that using "Merry Christmas" can be presumptuous, as it assumes the recipient shares the same religious beliefs.
  • A humorous, politically correct holiday greeting is shared, highlighting the complexities and absurdities of trying to be inclusive in holiday wishes.
  • One participant mentions that they personally do not mind either greeting and even use "Merry Christmas" themselves.
  • Another participant compares the greeting choices to making assumptions in other social interactions, suggesting that "Merry Christmas" may not be appropriate for everyone.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the issue. There are competing views on the importance of political correctness in holiday greetings and whether one greeting is more appropriate than the other.

Contextual Notes

Some comments reflect personal experiences and cultural considerations, indicating that the discussion is influenced by individual backgrounds and beliefs.

  • #31
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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  • #32
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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