Christmas is a great religious holiday. It is also a great time of year for people to remember others and a great way to have the opportunity to give. But let's go back to the commercialism. If Christmas wasn't commercialized how would our economy be? Retailers count on the last quarter (which the Christmas season falls under) to make the difference if they are profitable or not. Retailers employ thousands of seasonal people and contribute great economic security to people looking to make ends meet?
What couldn't be more noble? Not to mention this is looking just face deep the economy works on several scales one action will trigger thousands of more actions. The more commercialized Christmas becomes the greater our society becomes. It's probably one of the most selfless acts corporations do all year.
2006-11-28 12:55:42 · 6 answers · asked by nightrider 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Other - Society & Culture
Because it IS too commercialized. Need proof, I'll give it to you.
On November 24, the day after Thanksgiving do you really think people were concerned with anything other than shopping. Even the news programs were dedicated to Black Friday and holiday spending. Now, we're entering a season that some say is religious based and others say is too commercialized.
So I ask you this, do you think the people who lined up in front of Wal Mart, Best Buy or other electonic stores all in anticipation for being the first to purchase the Playstation 3, do you really think that they were concerned about their fellow man? Do you think many of those consumers for one second gave a split thought to the solidiers still fighting this unnecessary war? Do you think these consumers were concerned about the families of military members who have lost loved ones and won't have anything to celebrate this year?
The answer is no. It's a wonder that our country is looked upon so unfavorably--we should all be ashamed. We have people dying daily, the victims of Hurricane Katrina are still displaced, more people are jobless and we're killing Iraqi civilians who never posed a threat to anyone.
But damn it, if we aren't the first ones to have a video game.
You tell me if Christmas isn't so commercialized.
2006-11-28 13:10:55 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I too say Christmas is too commercialized. I had to go to work on "black Friday" which is right next to the local mall and Wal Mart and it was crazy. To see that many people getting up that early and rushing out to stores just to get the next "great deal" proves to me Christmas is indeed to commercialized. Maybe years ago the holiday was all about voulanteering at your local homless shelter or putting money in every red bucket you seen, but now its all about what can I buy next? Where I live it was on the news that a guy got beat down on black Friday trying to get into a Best Buy.... what could be more noble this time of year?
2006-11-29 23:20:13 · answer #2 · answered by Brian J 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I feel there is much judgment on this matter. It is unfortunate things change but they do. Ones complaint will not change anything but I do agree Christmas is the celebration of our Lords Birth. The more commercials regarding shopping here, there or else where is a reminder of his birth. We are celebrating, it offers jobs whether part time or full time for people, companies/corporations make money to celebrate. This is not about me, you, the companies. corporations or stores, this is about the Birth of our Lord and celebrating his birth. That's all that matters. He has enabled companies to survive, people with jobs, so why complain when he is doing what is best for all concerned.
2006-11-28 21:44:11 · answer #3 · answered by Lore 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
... you're... kidding, right? What are you on? Crack!?! It's commercialized because corporations rake in the cash with unnecessary toys and sh*t via a large wave of advertisement! It's not even considered religious except by actual religious crackpots who still believe in the "spirit of Christmas" and how it's supposed to be a "time of giving." *gags* If anything, it's just a day at the end of the year when people receive cool gifts and money for living and working and toiling for the last 300+ days. Woohoo... another year ends. Time for New Year's! *rolls eyes*
2006-11-28 21:03:53 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Oh, so the ends justify the means. I just want to make sure I am getting this right
2006-11-28 20:59:06 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
you're funny
2006-11-28 21:07:39 · answer #6 · answered by spike missing debra m 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋