The secularization of Christmas, and the so-called war on Christmas

When P&C were lads, there was a lot more public display of religion. Over the ensuing years, public displays of religion have been under attack.

It sometimes gets to the point that you’re committing a hate crime if you wish someone a Merry Christmas. I suppose that’s “mis-religioning.”

The modern so-called “war on Christmas” is nothing compared to the traditional opposition to the holiday in America, starting with the Puritans.

P&C review some issues surrounding the holiday, including …

* Was Jesus born on Dec. 25th?
* Where did Santa come from?
* Are nativity scenes accurate?
* Are Christmas trees pagan?
* When does Christmas really start?
* How did gift-giving get involved?