I think the U.S. is actually regressing in that regard. The whole "war on Christmas" and "War on Christianity" things started on Fox News are feeding fears and making people feel less inclusive.

Noticed you switched from Christmas to the Holiday season. For us, the Holiday season included many different pieces. In early December we go to a performance of the Oregon Trail Band, with seasonal music from many traditions. Then the Portland Revels - a celebration of Winter Solstice, this year was on traditions of Iceland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland. As it is the darkest part of the year, get with friends and family for sharing food and being together. Had our Solstice bonfire last night. Today the Sun will be up a little longer. I do like getting small gifts for the grand kids, and now 2 great grand kids. Also when I look at which groups that I will make a contribution to. ( rambled a little here).

Yes as a cultural Jew I enjoy cultural x-mas.

What came first, the chicken or the egg? That is exactly why Christmas has become what it is, because everyone wanted to be included. Now pass the eggnog.