In the name of political correctness and trying to bend over backwards to never insult anyone we often run the risk of insulting everyone.  In our multicultural society we have been taught that we should enjoy everyone's cultural differences, but at the same time we are cautioned to be extra careful. We shouldn't "insult" anyone else by being insensitive and uncaring by saying "Merry Christmas" to someone who doesn't celebrate Christmas or any other holiday for that matter.

What is our world coming to?  The purpose of having a multicultural society is to enjoy the differences each one brings to the table.  If I wish you a Merry Christmas and you don't celebrate Christmas, great.  That doesn't mean I'm trying to shove anything down your throat, it just means that I like you and am trying to give you a greeting that means something to me.  If it means nothing to you, then just take it in the way it is intended, say thanks and move on.  Or, even better, wish me a holiday greeting that fits your background and heritage.  We will both be better for it and will come to understand one another even more.

Political correctness often causes more misunderstanding and frustration than it can ever hope to clear up because it actually tends to reduce dialogue between people of different backgrounds.  This further prevents people from even bringing up topics that need to be discussed.

With that in mind let me wish all of you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and I look forward to continuing to grow and expand my campaign for President throughout 2008.