Poll: Do you Prefer “Merry Christmas” or “Happy Holidays?”
Drum roll please. A new poll shows the majority of Americans prefer ...
Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays?
When it comes to season’s greetings, a new poll shows the majority of Americans prefer “Merry Christmas” to “Happy Holidays.”
The survey from Rasmussen Reports finds that 68 percent of the people polled prefer the traditional “Merry Christmas” while just 23 percent like "Happy Holidays," which can cover a variety of occasions.
It doesn’t end there.
When it comes to holiday signs, a whopping 70 percent of shoppers polled said they prefer to be greeted with “Merry Christmas” in stores rather than the more neutral Happy Holidays, according to a Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey.
The so-called “War on Christmas” has been a hot topic for years, with some saying “Merry Christmas” excludes non-Christians. Others believe the religious connotation behind the greeting does not belong in government or schools.
We want to know what you think. Take our poll and tell us if you prefer “Merry Christmas” or “Happy Holidays.” Let us know the reason behind your preference in the in the comment section below.
ruth darragh
7:50 am on Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Jesus' birthday Is the reason for the season !
Jane Rice
10:31 am on Thursday, December 13, 2012
I celebrate Christmas - if other people celebrate another holiday, I will not be offended if they use the greeting appropriate to their holiday when addressing me.