House Resolution 847

Representative Steve King of Iowa introduced House Resolution 847: Recognizing the importance of Christmas and Christian faith to the House on December 6th. This resolutions calls for the House of Representatives to express respect and support for Christians as well as acknowledge the historical significance of Christmas.

Speaking as a Christian, this resolution seems silly. Personally, I don't need the House of Representatives to say that Christmas is important to the lives of many Americans. I can look outside during this time of year and see the proof of it with my own eyes. Most houses and businesses are decorated for Christmas and every commercial on tv right now mentions Christmas sales or getting the perfect gift for the special someone.

As well, this resolution hints that it is only Christians and Christianity that founded and shaped our nation. While I would agree that Christianity has played a large role, I don't want to imply that it is the only religion that has shaped our nation. People of many faiths have contributed to the development of the United States and I worry about a resolution that seems to deny their contributions. But this is only my opinion, check out the full text of the resolution and form your own opinion.