Poll: Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays?
You might be surprised at the results of a poll on the subject.
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Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays?
When it comes to season’s greetings, a new poll shows the majority of Americans prefer “Merry Christmas” to “Happy Holidays.”
According to a survey from Rasmussen Reports, 68 percent of people polled prefer the traditional “Merry Christmas” while just 23 percent like "Happy Holidays," which can cover a variety of occasions.
When it comes to holiday signs, a whopping 70 percent of shoppers polled said they prefer to be greeted with “Merry Christmas” in stores rather than the more neutral Happy Holidays, according to a Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey.
It doesn't end there. There have been "Christmas Trees" banned or replaced with "Holiday Trees," nativity scenes scrapped to avoid offending some, and the list goes on. Some say such things as “Merry Christmas” and nativity scenes exclude non-Christians.
The so-called “War on Christmas” has been a hot topic for years, with some saying “Merry Christmas” excludes non-Christians. Others believe the religious connotation behind the greeting does not belong in government or schools.
So what's the view in Charlestown? Take our poll and tell us if you prefer “Merry Christmas” or “Happy Holidays.” Let us know the reason behind your preference in the in the comment section below.
PGRD
7:23 am on Sunday, December 9, 2012
Merry Christmas of course.
Kevin Kelly
8:24 am on Sunday, December 9, 2012
Merry Christmas!
ctownBOS
9:17 am on Sunday, December 9, 2012
Merry Christmas. Of course.
Lisa J Murray
9:21 am on Sunday, December 9, 2012
Merry Christmas.. If you're not Christian it's still a warm greeting filled with goodwill
Sean Boyle
10:13 am on Sunday, December 9, 2012
Merry Christmas
Owen
12:21 pm on Sunday, December 9, 2012
I'm rather indifferent. However, I don't presume that people who I don't know want to hear either. Folks get way too fired up over this. There are the people who take offense at those who don't observe Christmas and don't want to be wished a merry one. And there are those who get all grumpy over the notion of religion being shoved in their faces. Both sides need to lighten up.
Think about this: if someone wished you a happy Hanukkah and and you celebrate Christmas, you'd probably do a double take (and if you're a reasonable, level headed individual you wouldn't waste a nanosecond of your time getting upset over it). It's all a matter of perspective.
Anne
4:52 pm on Sunday, December 9, 2012
Right on Owen....
Doug Sabbag
8:53 pm on Sunday, December 9, 2012
The VAST majority of our world, i.e., Western Society, sees December 25th as CHRISTMAS. I am absolutely sick to DEATH of the minorities over riding the majorities lives! We grew up looking forward to Christmas morning and opening all the presents, and you now what.... the next generations deserve that same precious part of life too. Stop the political correctness already... we're PEOPLE not machines.
Jimmy M
11:32 pm on Sunday, December 9, 2012
Owen, time to get a life, hobby or perhaps volunteer.
Joseph
8:37 am on Monday, December 10, 2012
Merry Christmas!
Just ask Mr. Garrison...MmmKay. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iFNqvcTtfz8
Owen
10:30 am on Monday, December 10, 2012
Jimmy M.,
That's a pretty random "to do" list you're suggesting. Especially the "volunteer" thing. Totally random.
Mary Kay Donovan
11:03 pm on Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Ever since I can remember, people always wished one another, "Merry Christmas".
All over the world and in every language. And so I say to you all, "Buon Natale"!