So Politically Correct we can't talk?

yourchoice · 12-19-2008, 04:10 PM

Happy Festivus!!!

and Merry Christmas!

CBI_2 · 12-19-2008, 04:21 PM

Well, Some people think they have the right not to be offended. Somehow I missed that one in the Bill of Rights. Those people make me want to purposefully offensive to them.

So Merry Christmas to all you nuts in the asylum.

If I've offended anyone when I say that then all I can say is tough crapola.

HMMMM! Maybe that's why I like Dennis Leary so much. That I don't give a chit if someone has been offended because I haven't been PC aware enough.

TonySmith · 12-19-2008, 05:01 PM

People should take the greetings as intended. It's a shame that to some people every believe but theirs is being insensitive.

I wish a Merry Christmas to all of you, and a Happy New Year

TripleF · 12-19-2008, 07:54 PM

Great banter!!

Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrreat point DBall...........................Kwanza is actually nothing. And as always, Tombstone, is dead on about Kwanza.

Thanks for the Merry Christmas greetings everybody.

and to all of you....

a Very, Very Merry Christmas!!!

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Ashcan Bill · 12-19-2008, 08:36 PM

When I wish someone a Merry Christmas, or a Happy Hanukkah, or Happy Holidays, or whatever, the thought I'm really conveying is that you're someone I care about, and I sincerely wish you the best life can offer.

I guess maybe I'm fortunate. The people I come in contact with all seem to understand this.

Merry Christmas, Asylum

12-19-2008, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Tombstone

Right on!!!! My exact thoughts!!

HIgh 5 my friend!!

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Originally Posted by bigloo

I am Jewish and I always wish folks Merry Christmas. Why, because 99% of the time you would be correct! I also hate people who question the PC of it because other might be offended. I dont know one Jew who does not wish people merry Christmas and loves a good christmas party with friends! Merry Christmas all and Happy Hanukah to my JBOTLS!

Well said bigloo,,,,regardless of your beliefs or faith saying the words to another is just a way of expressing a positive thoughts and feelings to another,,,and if someone is looking to make trouble from something so simple then hop a plane or boat and go somewhere where they have no freedom of expression and see how long you enjoy it,,,I'm thinking after a few months of being controlled and having your freedom of expression being limited you'd bd happy to hear anything from anyone just saying something to you with good wishes. Unreal that people want to stir $hit up as to the Holidays.

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Originally Posted by Rabidsquirrel

As an atheist, I celebrate Christmas as a time of family, changing of the seasons, reason to be together, etc. I call it Christmas and I wish people a Merry Christmas. I'm not offended when people do the same to me. As stated in an above post Christmas is a time of year for many people, not just a religious holiday.

My Christmas wish: May overt PCness become a thing of the past.

I agree 200% on this.

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Originally Posted by TonySmith

People should take the greetings as intended. It's a shame that to some people every believe but theirs is being insensitive.

I wish a Merry Christmas to all of you, and a Happy New Year

Merry Christmas and New Year to all.

Genetic Defect · 12-23-2008, 09:30 PM

what is so "merry" about it?

Squid · 12-24-2008, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Big Vito

what is so "merry" about it?

Not quite sure just what your question or inference is? "Merry" could mean a lot of things to a lot of people. The season itself lends, to some people, to more pleasantries to and from others, festive atmospheres, gift giving, etc. In fact....in my office those oF NON-CHRISTIAN backgrounds participate in the gift exchanges and "pot lucks" that are coordinated.

Personally, from a religious aspect, it does give my family and I an oppportunity to reflect upon the significance of what this season represents...which makes it a significant "merry" event. I will acknowledge to those who have studied religion, that the time of year that we celebrate this event is not necessarily the time of year that the events that unfolded occurred....but, it is the time that we do celebrate it in this country.

To each his own....but, as far as the topic of this thread....stores and college campus settings, and other locations that have chosen to refrain from the significance of what the Christmas season is about has gotten to the point of ridiculous, based upon Political Correctness and so as not to upset "non-Christians." Have your kwanzas and other events....and I'll respect your events....but, don't take away a time-honored and a Christian-based event because a few knuckleheads in this country want to play silly games where the few will make the decisions for the majority. Those that cave into this PC environment are no better than those that are initiating the issues.

Just my

....nevertheless, MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Mr.Maduro · 12-24-2008, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Squid

Just my

....nevertheless, MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Right back at ya buddy!!

BamBam · 12-23-2008, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by yourchoice

Happy Festivus!!!

and Merry Christmas!

"George get over here and wrestle your Father"

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CBI_2 Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Paul Location: In my skin. Posts: 2,066 Trading: (0)	Re: So Politically Correct we can't talk? Well, Some people think they have the right not to be offended. Somehow I missed that one in the Bill of Rights. Those people make me want to purposefully offensive to them. So Merry Christmas to all you nuts in the asylum. If I've offended anyone when I say that then all I can say is tough crapola. HMMMM! Maybe that's why I like Dennis Leary so much. That I don't give a chit if someone has been offended because I haven't been PC aware enough. __________________ "The welfare of humanity is always the alibi of tyrants." Albert Camus Cool Cigar Themed Stuff

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Ashcan Bill Ol' Dude Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Bill Location: Henderson, NV Posts: 1,903 Trading: (6)	Re: So Politically Correct we can't talk? When I wish someone a Merry Christmas, or a Happy Hanukkah, or Happy Holidays, or whatever, the thought I'm really conveying is that you're someone I care about, and I sincerely wish you the best life can offer. I guess maybe I'm fortunate. The people I come in contact with all seem to understand this. Merry Christmas, Asylum

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