Good discussion... personally, I get annoyed when Christian symbols are deemed off-limits. Seeing a menorah doesn't offend me, why should seeing a manger offend anyone? I wouldn't be too happy with a Wiccan thing, as someone postulated, but I'd just roll my eyes and move on; that's what tolerance means.
Christianity is a big part of America's cultural history; something like 90% of Americans identify themselves as Christians. (I was reading about it earlier; if I find the link, I'll post it) This is a democracy, right? So what 90% of the people think should be given some consideration. I understand it's important for the government to treat all religions equally (trust me, the last thing I want is a theocracy), but merely displaying symbols or singing songs is *not* promoting a theology. Neither is teaching historical facts, like the religion of our Founding Fathers.
Anyway, when I wish someone a Merry Christmas, I'm just saying that I want them to be happy. What's offensive about that?
PJ
(Merry Christmas, y'all!)
