Sunday, December 11, 2011

Dual Tree Lighting Illuminates Annual Holiday Debate

USCIS 100:10. What is freedom of religion?


VOAVideo: Dual Tree Lighting Illuminates Annual Holiday Debate

It's the Christmas holiday season in the United States, and with it comes an annual argument: Should local, state and federal governments put up Christmas trees, or even call attention to Christmas, in a country that has no official religion? It's one of the most recognizable symbols of the season. VOA's Carla Babb reports that in the northeastern state of Rhode Island State House this year, the governor says the seasonal spruce is getting a name change from Christmas tree to holiday tree.(read the article)

USCIS 100:10. What is freedom of religion?

▪ You can practice any religion, or not practice a religion.

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