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12-13-2007, 04:06 PM
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bill recognizing xmas and christianity passed today- are you fukin kidding me?
110th CONGRESS
1st Session H. RES. 847 Recognizing the importance of Christmas and the Christian faith. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES RESOLUTION Recognizing the importance of Christmas and the Christian faith. Whereas Christmas, a holiday of great significance to Americans and many other cultures and nationalities, is celebrated annually by Christians throughout the United States and the world; Whereas there are approximately 225,000,000 Christians in the United States, making Christianity the religion of over three-fourths of the American population; Whereas there are approximately 2,000,000,000 Christians throughout the world, making Christianity the largest religion in the world and the religion of about one-third of the world population; Whereas Christians identify themselves as those who believe in the salvation from sin offered to them through the sacrifice of their savior, Jesus Christ, the Son of God, and who, out of gratitude for the gift of salvation, commit themselves to living their lives in accordance with the teachings of the Holy Bible; Whereas Christians and Christianity have contributed greatly to the development of western civilization; Whereas the United States, being founded as a constitutional republic in the traditions of western civilization, finds much in its history that points observers back to its roots in Christianity; Whereas on December 25 of each calendar year, American Christians observe Christmas, the holiday celebrating the birth of their savior, Jesus Christ; Whereas for Christians, Christmas is celebrated as a recognition of God's redemption, mercy, and Grace; and Whereas many Christians and non-Christians throughout the United States and the rest of the world, celebrate Christmas as a time to serve others: Now, therefore be it: Resolved, That the House of Representatives-- (1) recognizes the Christian faith as one of the great religions of the world; (2) expresses continued support for Christians in the United States and worldwide; (3) acknowledges the international religious and historical importance of Christmas and the Christian faith; (4) acknowledges and supports the role played by Christians and Christianity in the founding of the United States and in the formation of the western civilization; (5) rejects bigotry and persecution directed against Christians, both in the United States and worldwide; (ed: oh, you poor abused majority!) and (6) expresses its deepest respect to American Christians and Christians throughout the world. 
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12-13-2007, 04:18 PM
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whereas I want to say a lot of meaningless crap to appeal to religous voters here is a bunch of words that actually say nothing.
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12-13-2007, 05:57 PM
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That is silly, but if you ever look through the congressional record for a given day, there's all sorts of silliness. Resolutions praising "Billy Joe Bobcat, who raised the largest tomater in Humboldt County," etc.
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12-13-2007, 07:23 PM
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there was a big hue and cry by Christians when a Hindu priest was allowed to make the morning prayers in Senate a few months ago. And recently, I believe the U.S. Post Office made its first stamp celebrating Diwali, a Hindu celebration... again probably pissed off a bunch of Christians. So what else did Congress have to do other than pass this resolution to calm the fear of those who might be wondering of America is still Christian, or something like that.
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12-13-2007, 07:23 PM
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Quote:
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Is it ghey that I love this song so much? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gl_Wc6Nm8lc I guess you could say I'm not as jaded about "stuff" such as enduring love yet...
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12-13-2007, 07:26 PM
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House passes HR 847, AKA the "Christians are better than Everyoe Else" Bill
H. Res. 847
In the House of Representatives, U. S., December 11, 2007. Whereas Christmas, a holiday of great significance to Americans and many other cultures and nationalities, is celebrated annually by Christians throughout the United States and the world; Whereas there are approximately 225,000,000 Christians in the United States, making Christianity the religion of over three-fourths of the American population; Whereas there are approximately 2,000,000,000 Christians throughout the world, making Christianity the largest religion in the world and the religion of about one-third of the world population; Whereas Christians and Christianity have contributed greatly to the development of western civilization; Whereas the United States, being founded as a constitutional republic in the traditions of western civilization, finds much in its history that points observers back to its Judeo-Christian roots; Whereas on December 25 of each calendar year, American Christians observe Christmas, the holiday celebrating the birth of their savior, Jesus Christ; Whereas for Christians, Christmas is celebrated as a recognition of God's redemption, mercy, and Grace; and Whereas many Christians and non-Christians throughout the United States and the rest of the world, celebrate Christmas as a time to serve others: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the House of Representatives-- (1) recognizes the Christian faith as one of the great religions of the world; (2) expresses continued support for Christians in the United States and worldwide; (3) acknowledges the international religious and historical importance of Christmas and the Christian faith; (4) acknowledges and supports the role played by Christians and Christianity in the founding of the United States and in the formation of the western civilization; (5) rejects bigotry and persecution directed against Christians, both in the United States and worldwide; and (6) expresses its deepest respect to American Christians and Christians throughout the world. Attest: Clerk. http://www.govtrack.us/congress/billtext.xpd?bill= hr110-847
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12-13-2007, 07:31 PM
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In case your wondering, I'm angry about this bill since it basically destroys the First Amendment.
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12-13-2007, 07:34 PM
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They have one recognizing Ramadan too
http://makkah.wordpress.com/2007/10/...l-us-congress/ Quote:
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12-13-2007, 07:34 PM
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It's actually just a resolution, which means it carries absolutely no weight and doesn't actually do anything. There are ridiculous resolutions all the time.
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12-13-2007, 08:38 PM
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As an Orthodox Jew, I don't have any problem with that resolution. It doesn't praise Christianity to the exclusion of all other religions. And as for Jews, America, as a Christian nation, has been the most tolerant of all nations toward my own people, esp. when compared to the history of European nations.
And this country was founded as a Christian nation, despite what atheists and secularists like to say. It is very evident when one reads the writings of the Founding Fathers. The basic premise of America was as a "Christian" nation, but not advocating or formally supporting any one FORM OF Christianity. That's the difference.
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