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Jim Jackson said:


And please, don't tell me "We only have Christmas because of Christ. It HAS to be a religious, Christian holiday." No, it doesn't. Our culture in the United States has molded Christmas into a time for family togetherness, sharing memories, the spirit of giving (both internal and external to one's family). Religious or spiritual messages like Yule or the birth of Jesus are not a mandated aspect of Christmas in America.



Festivals of the Winter Solstice go back to pre-historic times. No spiritual path has a monopoly on the season.