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God Bless America.
H.Res. 847, introduced by Rep. Steve King (R-Iowa):
"Recognizing the importance of Christmas and the Christian faith.
Whereas Christmas, a holiday of great significance to Americans and many other cultures and nationalities, is celebrated annually by Christians throughout the United States and the world;
Whereas there are approximately 225,000,000 Christians in the United States, making Christianity the religion of over three-fourths of the American population;
Whereas there are approximately 2,000,000,000 Christians throughout the world, making Christianity the largest religion in the world and the religion of about one-third of the world population;
Whereas Christians identify themselves as those who believe in the salvation from sin offered to them through the sacrifice of their savior, Jesus Christ, the Son of God, and who, out of gra ude for the gift of salvation, commit themselves to living their lives in accordance with the teachings of the Holy Bible;
Whereas Christians and Christianity have contributed greatly to the development of western civilization;
Whereas Christians and Christianity have contributed greatly to the development of western civilization;
Whereas the United States, being founded as a cons utional republic in the traditions of western civilization, finds much in its history that points observers back to its roots in Christianity;
Whereas on December 25 of each calendar year, American Christians observe Christmas, the holiday celebrating the birth of their savior, Jesus Christ;
Whereas for Christians, Christmas is celebrated as a recognition of God's redemption, mercy, and Grace; and
Whereas many Christians and non-Christians throughout the United States and the rest of the world, celebrate Christmas as a time to serve others: Now, therefore be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
(1) recognizes the Christian faith as one of the great religions of the world;
(2) expresses continued support for Christians in the United States and worldwide;
(3) acknowledges the international religious and historical importance of Christmas and the Christian faith;
(4) acknowledges and supports the role played by Christians and Christianity in the founding of the United States and in the formation of the western civilization;
(5) rejects bigotry and persecution directed against Christians, both in the United States and worldwide; and
(6) expresses its deepest respect to American Christians and Christians throughout the world."
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The Onion couldn't have done it better.
Merry Xmas, Steve King, you're quite a horror story.
God Bless America.
H. Res. 635
In the House of Representatives, U. S.,
October 2, 2007.
"Whereas it is estimated that there are approximately 1,500,000,000 Muslims worldwide;
Whereas since the terrorist attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001, some threats and incidents of violence have been directed at law-abiding, patriotic Americans of African, Arab, and South Asian descent, particularly members of the Islamic faith;
Whereas, on September 14, 2001, the House of Representatives passed a concurrent resolution condemning bigotry and violence against Arab-Americans, American Muslims, and Americans from South Asia in the wake of the terrorist attacks on the United States;
Whereas some extremists have attempted to use selective interpretations of Islam to justify and encourage hatred, persecution, oppression, violence and terrorism against the United States, the West, Israel, other Muslims, and non-Muslims;
Whereas some Muslims in the United States and abroad have courageously spoken out in rejection of interpretations of Islam that justify and encourage hatred, violence, and terror, and in support of interpretations of and movements within Islam that justify and encourage democracy, tolerance and full civil and political rights for Muslims and those of all faiths;
Whereas Ramadan is the holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal for Muslims worldwide, and is the 9th month of the Muslim calendar year; and
Whereas the observance of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan commenced at dusk on September 13, 2007, and continues for one lunar month: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
(1) recognizes the Islamic faith as one of the great religions of the world;
(2) expresses friendship and support for Muslims in the United States and worldwide;
(3) acknowledges the onset of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal, and conveys its respect to Muslims in the United States and throughout the world on this occasion;
(4) rejects hatred, bigotry, and violence directed against Muslims, both in the United States and worldwide; and
(5) commends Muslims in the United States and across the globe who have privately and publicly rejected interpretations and movements of Islam that justify and encourage hatred, violence, and terror."
^ RACK 'IM!
Merry Christmas and may God Bless you and all your family
during this CHRISTmas season.
Frohe Weihnachten und einen guten Rutsch!
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Damnation...the areas of my brain that once held my high school german has been replaced by pithy movie quotes. I got everything but the word "Rutsch". (same as "Jahr"?)
What a bunch of pansies on these boards. "Hide your flex dildo, the christian right is coming for you s!"
is it really that bad..
Aren't we forgeting the true meaning of Christmas? You know, the birth of Santa.
You're so insensitive.
"true meaning of Christmas"
biggest retail $volume of the year.
Baby Jesus has a of a marketing department.
I love Christmas.
Your words make baby Jesus cry....
You're so cynical. Contrary to what you say, Christmas is more than just an orgy of consumerism. Most people spend the time with family and there's definitely is a festive spirit in the air around that time whether you admit to it or not. Maybe it's not as religious as many people claim, but I could think of worse ways to spend my time than seeing my family, having time off work, and giving gifts to people I care about. It's by far my favorite holiday and I'm an atheist.
I concur. To me Christmas has NOTHING to do with shopping but rather giving of one's self. Spending time with my family is worth more than anything in any department store.
merry winter solstice!
Happy Festivus to everyone!!!!
Well said.
I know I love Christmas. I enjoy having all the family
here on Christmas day. And as much as i moan about
no peace in the house, I wouldn't really have it any other
way. Well maybe during the football game.....
18 for dinner this year. And all the little ones (great
grand kids) opening gifts. What a great life I have.
I only hope you all have the same.
Merry Christmas everyone!
"Contrary to what you say, Christmas is more than just an orgy of consumerism."
I didn't say it is was more, or less, than orgy, but you turn a nice phrase there, extremely descriptive, and accurate, as any retailer or consumer will testify.
It's by far my favorite holiday as well...and I'm pretty atheist as well. My only criticism of Christmas is that religious and non-religious alike only choose this time of the year to be giving and nice...rather than the entire year.
Glad to see our elected officials using their time efficiently.
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