This non-binding resolution of the House of Representatives is scheduled to come to a floor vote on Tuesday. I suppose that resolution #2 – that the House of Representatives “expresses continued support for Christians in the United States and worldwide” – could be read as an expression of support for the religion, and thus technically constitute an establishment of religion. But as a non-Christian, I read it instead as an expression of the House’s support for the right of Christians to practice Christianity, and I join that sentiment. I also kind of like the recognition that non-Christians join their Christian neighbors and relatives in the spirit of community that the holiday brings, even if they do not celebrate the religious dimensions of it. But all the same, is it really the best use of your Congressional representative’s time to take the floor and express support for Christmas?
