SO, MERRY CHRISTMAS !

Seems I've heard more Merry Christmas salutations from retail and fast food clerks this season than over the last few holidays. Maybe this dramatic change is related to the earth shattering political events in November, but I could be wrong.

However, it is refreshing to see the president elect using traditional Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah greetings in his "thank you" presentations and other speeches. As past presidents have used their office and speeches as a "bully pulpit" to promote their causes, we can only hope our incoming POTUS will do the same. Perhaps,  the veil of political correctness is lifting a bit as a  Donald Trump presidency approaches, and regular folks feel less intimidated in their holiday speech. Hopefully, the mechanical and generic "Happy Holiday" phrase may become a secondary December greeting.

Obviously, all wintertime religious and civil beliefs which do not endanger ones life, liberty or pursuit of happiness should be tolerated and enjoyed. But, it is nice Mr. Trump is happily declaring the nations most traditional December respects in his public appearances. Hopefully, as he works to get America great again, civil and community leaders will not strive to eliminate nativity scenes, Christmas trees, and menorahs from public places and private property.

Christmas and Hanukkah are significant parts of our national culture and worthy of celebration and remembrance. Whatever one's religious belief or not, these holy holidays are American traditions and part of our civilization. A few years ago Michael Savage (radio talk host) famously declared that our nation can only remain united if we maintain a common culture, language, and set of borders. To attain this goal Mr. Trump faces many challenges, but his "Merry Christmas" greetings are a good start in recognizing and honoring our common heritage.

Without fear of being politically incorrect or insensitive, may I wish everyone a very Merry Christmas or Happy Hanukkah.

WHY MANY CELEBRITIES SPEAK STUPID POLITICS ...

In my opinion many of the talented celebrities with beautiful voices, faces, and acting abilities speak stupid politics because they have no well prepared script or lyrics. Also, they have little or no knowledge of history, lack common sense and are addicted to the political correctness of the far left  of the political world.

These artistic folks develop a wonderful stage presence because they memorize lines and practice until the words and body language become a temporary part of their persona. The angelic and soulful singing or dramatic play acting requires talent, repetition, lots of hard work, and most of all a written script. The smooth delivery of a professional thespian or songster is no accident and untrained mortals who try usually collapse with stage fright.

Many of the most professional celebrities rarely do well without their makeup people, directors, and handlers. Their personalities and careers thrive on careful manipulation and help from others. When pushed into the political arena for a comment or speech many sound like uneducated and naive school children. In their world of fantasy, promising to leave America if Trump is elected and saying the most bizarre things will happen is because they have no direction or script.

Because an actor played POTUS in a television series he or she may feel qualified to pontificate their  political views. Because a diva can spark emotion from the coldest heart does not mean she is an informed political spokesperson. Unfortunately, too many celebrity fans base their opinions and beliefs upon every dribbling word from their favorite star or starlet.

Everyone is entitled to an opinion, but the problem arises when so many with little proof or knowledge of politics or history use their popularity to preach nonsense.