Does the ACLU hate Christmas?
Of course not. The American Civil Liberties Union takes seriously its commitment to defending the First Amendment of the United States Constitution by not only working to ensure that “Congress shall make no law respecting the establishment of religion” but, just as importantly, by helping to guarantee that there be no “prohibiting the free exercise thereof.” The ACLU is often better known for its work preventing the government from promoting and funding selected religious activities, but that is only half our charge. By ensuring that the government refrains from promoting religion or any particular faith, the ACLU helps ensure that freedom of religion and belief remains an important principle of our democracy. Christmas displays, for example, things like nativity displays, are perfectly acceptable at homes and churches. Religious expression — during the holidays and throughout the year — is a valued part of the First Amendment rights guaranteed all citizens. But government should nev
