Key Takeaways:
• The War on Christmas is real — and accelerating — through censorship, secular pressure, and political correctness.
• Businesses, schools, and governments are quietly removing the word “Christmas” from public life.
• National polls show a strong majority of Americans want “Merry Christmas” — not “Happy Holidays.”
• Public schools across the country have scrubbed Jesus from Christmas programs under the guise of “diversity.”
• Nativity scenes and Christmas symbols have been eliminated from public squares in many cities.
• Corporations fear using “Merry Christmas,” even though Americans overwhelmingly support it.
• Christians can — and must — stand boldly for Christmas in a culture that is trying to erase it.
For years we have seen the war on Christmas escalate…
For years we have seen Christmas become more and more secularized…
For years we’ve seen the real story of Christmas fade into the background… almost to the point of disappearing altogether.
Many in the business world have ordered employers and advertising to ban any mention of the word Christmas.
Here are 3 examples:
#1: The increase in the use of the expression “Happy Holidays.”
We no longer hear “Merry Christmas” from the news or social media… or in much advertising…
And very rarely do we hear it from businesses… or see it painted on storefront windows — like we always did in the past.
There’s a paranoia of fear permeating American society — a fear that if we say, “Merry Christmas,” someone who doesn’t celebrate Christmas — or who doesn’t believe in Christ — will be offended.
My personal experience as a small business owner is that this just isn’t true…
It’s an unsubstantiated and unwarranted fear. People accept hearing “Merry Christmas” whether they’re atheists, Jews, or believe in another religion.
Look at the latest polling:
Rasmussen Poll:
• 72% of Americans say stores should say “Merry Christmas.”
• Only 22% prefer “Happy Holidays.”
• 6% are unsure.
YouGov / Economist Poll:
• 61% say “Merry Christmas” is NOT offensive.
• Only 12% believe the phrase is inappropriate.
Bottom line:
Americans overwhelmingly support “Merry Christmas,” but corporate America still fears it.
#2: The removal of the story of Christmas from public schools.
In their effort to be “more sensitive” toward the “diverse population” of its student body, schools nationwide are notifying parents that their renamed “Winter” program would be stripped of Christmas songs containing the name of Jesus.
According to one teacher, a few students “weren’t comfortable” singing songs about Jesus.
How ironic! Do public school educators not realize that excluding Jesus while claiming they are promoting diversity is an oxymoron?
If they want to teach diversity, some students will feel uncomfortable … at least some of the time.
The school is not promoting diversity… it is promoting censorship.
And this censorship masquerading as “diversity” isn’t just happening in a few school districts. It’s happening all across the nation — including your neighborhood public school.
A new national survey shows 74% of Americans believe Christmas should be celebrated in public schools — yet school districts continue removing the name of Jesus.
Now… if only more of the 74% majority would voice their disagreement with what the progressive minority is doing with Christmas… instead of acting indifferent…
#3: The removal of the Christmas story from the public square.
Nativity scenes on civic center grounds — in front of public libraries — or in other public places used to be common. Now, they are very rare in many areas.
Many local municipalities, city councils, and state governments have outlawed any nativity scenes or other displays depicting the true meaning of Christmas…
Some even call the city Christmas tree a “holiday tree” or a “winter tree.”
The trend among local and state governments is to ignore the historical foundation of Christmas in favor of being “politically correct.”
Another disheartening example — the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade.
It used to be about Christmas… and the official beginning of the Christmas season in New York City…
But in recent years it has turned into more of a gay pride celebration.
Where are the pastors? Where are the Christians?
Where is the public outcry over the public desecration of a Christian holiday?
Where is the bold public reminder that this holiday is about the birth of the Savior of mankind… and the reasons why His birth was so necessary… and so miraculous?
With a government hostile toward Christian values, we must stand firm for Christmas.
What can you do? Here are 3 suggestions:
1) Whatever you buy this year, think in terms of supporting those stores who are supporting Christmas… and avoiding those who are not.
2) Always in your Christmas cards… and whenever you’re at a store with people… say “Merry Christmas” — even in response to their saying “Happy Holidays” to you.
3) Encourage your church and your pastors to vote in every election for candidates who will lead the way to protect our religious rights.
What do you think? Email me at [email protected].
FAQs:
Q: Are people really offended by “Merry Christmas”?
No. Polls show the opposite — Americans overwhelmingly prefer it and are not offended.
Q: Why are businesses afraid to use the word Christmas?
Because of political correctness and corporate risk aversion. The fear is unfounded.
Q: Are public schools legally required to remove Christian content?
No. Many go far beyond what the law requires, censoring Christmas unnecessarily.
Q: Is it true nativity scenes are being banned?
Yes. Many cities now prohibit them or rebrand Christmas displays as “holiday” installations.
Q: What can I do personally?
Use “Merry Christmas,” support pro-Christmas businesses, and stand up publicly for the holiday’s Christian meaning.
About Craig Huey:
Craig Huey is a businessman, author, speaker, and publisher of The Huey Report and The Huey Alert. He writes on the intersection of faith, politics, culture, economics, and Christian worldview — equipping Christians to stand for truth in a world increasingly hostile to biblical values.