Put Christ back into Christmas

While Christmas has been celebrated for many years, the U.S. Congress declared it a national holiday and on June 28, 1870, President Ulysses S. Grant signed it into law.

The law states, in part, that: "the twenty-fifth day of December, commonly called Christmas Day." This wording clearly indicates that Dec. 25 is to be recognized as Christmas Day.

So, my question is, why have we replaced "Merry Christmas" with "Happy Holiday"?

We are aware that Dec. 25 is the day that Christians celebrate the birth of their Savior, Jesus Christ. So, why is it that so many people, in the name of political correctness, want to remove Jesus from Christmas?

It may be that the name, "Jesus", offends people. I'm sure most of us do not want to be offended nor do we want to offend others, but by taking Jesus out of Christmas, Christians are offended. We also have the right not to be offended.

How would we feel if our birthdays were celebrated with no mention of our name? How can we celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King's birthday without mentioning his name or the many things he accomplished? That would offend many. Days are set aside to remember special people or special occasions.

Since "Jesus is the reason for the season" we need to return to celebrating Christmas the way it should be and bring Christ back into Christmas. Thanks to those who still recognize Dec. 25 as Christmas Day, and express it, as well as the many retailers who also support it.

Remember, this is the Christian's time to celebrate the birth of their Savior, Jesus Christ. Let's bring Him back into Christmas.

Fred Dryden

Huntley