Gilda

I'm not sure I understand the port's slippery slope argument. If they put up a menorah, other faiths and traditions might want in. So? Let them in. Include anybody who wants to display their symbol for this time of year. I'm sure the Christian majority wouldn't be offended. I certainly wouldn't be.

As for whether the tree is a Christmas or a Pagan symbol, why can't it be both?

The food was great, the tree plugged in, the meal had gone without a hitch
Till Timmy turned to Amber and said, "Is it true that you're a witch?"
His mom jumped up and said, "The pies are burning," and she hit the kitchen
And it was Jane who spoke, she said, "It's true, your cousin's not a Christian"
"But we love trees, we love the snow, the friends we have, the world we share
And you find magic from your God, and we find magic everywhere"

So the Christians and the Pagans sat together at the table
Finding faith and common ground the best that they were able
And just before the meal was served, hands were held and prayers were said
Sending hope for peace on earth to all their gods and goddesses

from "The Christians and the Pagans" by Dar Williams

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