The Greater Significance of the So-Called War on Christmas

After work today, I caught a few minutes of The No Spin Zone. I generally agree with O'Reilly on major issues, but I find his personality abrasive and can think of approximately 4.37 million people that I would rather have arguing our cause in front of millions of people each night. I was getting dressed for my evening jog when I heard a (D) express his contmept for O'Reilly and his "fabricated conflict at a time that should be reserved for unity."(The Congressman was referencing the "War on Christmas") Over the past few weeks I have tried to remove myself from my typical thought process in an attempt to gain new perspective on the issue. Admittedly, during this period of a month or so I thought, "what's the big deal if some minimum wage employee at Best Buy tells me 'Happy Holidays' instead of 'Merry Christmas'?" I spent most of my jog considering this issue, hoping that I could get off of the fence once and for all.

Upon further reflection, I realized that my most recent position was the narrow, near-sighted, and worst of all, the easy one to take. Here's why:

This alleged War on Christmas is really just a battle in the Liberal War on the Majority. This is a cultural tug-of-war that has played itself out in the courts, our classrooms, our City Halls, and on the floor of the United States Senate.

Consider the fact that 94% of Americans believe that God exists in some form. Only 5% believe that God does not exist, and a mere 1% are "certain" that God does not exist (Gallup- 12/13/05). Despite these overwhelming numbers, many Liberals, such as Michael Newdow and the progressive ACLU, are trying to shut God completely out of public life in America.

Public opinion polls also suggest that a 55% majority of Americans believe that gay marriage would "degrade the institute of marriage", compared to 41% of Americans who disagree with that sentiment (USA Today- 4/10/05). Now, I am not saying that homosexuality is intrinsically right or wrong, but the institution of marriage is THE cornerstone of our society. Therefore, if the vast majority of Americans are not prepared for the ramifications of such a massive societal shift, then it is my belief that their wishes must be respected. Liberal activist judges and civic politicians in Massachusetts and California, on the other hand, are dead set on ramming this change down the throats of unwilling Americans.

Consider also the unprecedented use (and childish threat of use) of the filibuster by Congresional Democrats to block votes on Republican appointments and legislation. Since the Contract with America in 1994, the American people have elected Republican majorities for the purpose of having a conservative government, and yet Liberals cry "foul" every time elected politicians carry out the will of the people. Think back to the summer's explosive debate that nearly forced Senate Republicans to exercise the "nuclear option" to defeat the filibuster.

Without a doubt, a truly democratic system MUST stipulate that concessions be made to the minority. But where do we draw the line? Liberals, led by the ACLU, have been moving it more and more to their favor since that fateful midterm election in 1994.

Maybe you do not particularly care about one or more of the issues I have discussed. Maybe you think, "Obviously, I agree with Chris, but I can't make myself care about whether or not they take 'In God We Trust' off of our currency." Well find a way to make yourself care, because all of these issues must be taken as a whole. They are united under the banner of this Liberal War on the Majority.

It might seem silly to raise Cane over issues such as the "Merry Christmas"vs. "Happy Holidays" debate. However, If we keep giving ground, then one day we will wake up to a generic America that is inconsistent with the vision of our Founding Fathers.

So the next time the ACLU orders a boycott against a retail outlet for displaying non-generic holiday displays, make your contempt known.

Remeber: The authoritarian's dream is an apathetic public.