This letter from Rev. Lynn, J.D. pretty much sums up my feelings on ..

[Maat]

"the War on Christmas" the Religious Hardright has created. They do not seem to understand that many of us, who are both people of faith and those of progressive values, want a separation of church and state as much as our atheist friends; I certainly don't think that Rev. Falwell should be defining what Christianity is - or what faith is. And I don't think that the government should be sponsoring THEIR version of faith - by handing out 'faith-based' money to the likes of Falwell and Robertson.

Thoughts?

**Beginning of quote**
AN OPEN LETTER TO JERRY FALWELL
December 2005

Dear Jerry:

Here’s some news: There is no “war on Christmas!”

I’ve seen you on various television news shows claiming that there is but, in fact, there simply isn’t. Even as I write this, millions of Americans are erecting Christmas trees and nativity scenes at their homes, and thousands of churches are planning special Christmas services.

....

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays,

Barry W. Lynn

The Rev. Barry W. Lynn
Executive Director
**End of quote**

[FreedomAngel82]

1. It's all a scam

This happened this time last year as well which really surprised me. I was surprised they still weren't gleeing about their "win" in the White House. This year it's more forceful and out there because they have nothing else good to talk about so they have to keep the fundies on their toes and not thinking about what is really going on. It's also a great marketing tool. Sadly too many people buy it hook, line and sinker.

[Maat]

2. Exactly!

This is a fundraising scheme. They keep their base aggitated and focused on preserving the 'fighting organization' in question (Falwell's, whoever's), and donating money to the organization in question. Trust me, my relatives back in the Bible Belt REALLY don't have anything more to do. It's frustrating.

[FreedomAngel82]

3. Yep

So instead of just spending time with family and friends and enjoying the season as much as you can you have people fighting with each other. They don't want you to think about reality because than they'll see what's really going on with the republicans and all the corruption and might not vote next year or vote for a democrat.

[GOPBasher]

4. You're both so right.

And so is Rev. Lynn.

[Maat]

5. I should write that Rev. Lynn's entire letter is at ..

www.au.org .