The War on Christmas is a modern term used to define the publicized controversy surrounding acknowledgment of the Christmas holiday. While the conservative battles to maintain the Christian traditions associated with Christmas, the liberals work to make the holiday season much friendlier for non-Christian celebrants. This page contains links to articles and commentaries approaching this issue from both sides.Defend Christmas: The War Against the War Against Christmas
The War on Christmas
Liberals and conservatives battle over whether or not the Christmas season should continue to focus heavily on the Christian aspects of the holiday, with some liberals believing that Christmas is a state-enforced religious holiday. Many of the advocates petition stores to greet their customers with, "Merry Christmas," during the holidays, rather than "Happy Holidays!" Another major issue that is debated is whether or not nativity scenes and Christian-themed holiday decorations should be allowed on public display.Defend Christmas: The War Against the War Against Christmas
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Christmas is a national holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ
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Many of the traditions of Christmas were borrowed from ancient pagan cultures
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Christmas Day is December 25
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War on Christmas battles take place via the media
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Many who celebrate Christmas are not Christianity
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The War on Christmas often involves political figures
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Conservative Bill O'Reilly is a major spokesman in the War on Christmas who works to reestablish and maintain a Christian connection to the Christmas holidayThink Progress: O'Reilly Revives the War on Christmas
