There is an abundance of Jewish symbols around the airports , but I dont see any christians one, except the christmas trees and they are not symbolic of christians. I dont understand the fuss over the nativity scene or crosses , ehen menorahs are displayed at views! In justice if religion is to be represented then all branches of religion must be represented. The symbols of kwanssa , crhistian, Jewish, Muslim, and even the chinese Buddah, or none at all. In fairnes I dont think it can be done, there fore religious symbols dont belong in public places. Amen. What says you?
2007-01-01 13:46:34 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Holidays ➔ Christmas
There is nothing offensive about displaying religious symbols on public spaces during the holiday season. Displaying a religious symbol on public property does not mean the government is endorsing a particular religion.
Think about it. On March 17, a parade celebrating St. Patricks Day can close down 5th Ave in NYC yet most people in NYC arent Irish. There is barely a word of protest. So whats the difference between that and putting up a Christmas tree at Christmas time?
None.
2007-01-01 13:52:32 · answer #1 · answered by sothere! 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
HOnestly, you are a hell of a lot more observant than myself. I really don't notice or care too much what or why things are being displayed at any given airport. I have my beliefs and that's that. However I agree with you that I don't understand the fuss either. I Very much believe in Jesus Christ and consider myself Christian, but I think those Nativity scenes are a complete eyesore - they are so freakin ugly. (No disrespect!)
2007-01-01 13:50:53 · answer #2 · answered by 031708140503 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is my understanding that the US Supreme Court ruled IN FAVOR of the city of Pawtucket RI in 1984 (Donelly v. Lynch) allowing Pawtucket to display a nativity scene. Sadly, though it may be legal to display a nativity scene, ppl are so afraid of complaints that they won't do it.
2007-01-01 17:26:55 · answer #3 · answered by Santa C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
good point. You know what would be nice, is to see flags with photos. (like one with a menorah, one with Mary holding Jesus, etc....) My airport is O'Hara and they have flags of the country's hanging (at least they did last time I was there)
I too agree though- do everyone, or none at all.
2007-01-01 13:54:36 · answer #4 · answered by kellicam 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It bugs me to no end. I am a huge scrooge and I feel uncomfortable with the decorations in public places except for stores which are selling the products. Especially gov't ones, think it's highly inappropriate.
2007-01-01 13:57:06 · answer #5 · answered by squirrelbabygirl7 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't believe the ban refers to an airport, which is privately owned. The ban refers to public buildings, etc.
However, as far as banning them from all public buildings, etc., yes I agree with you. All or nothing.
2007-01-01 13:49:12 · answer #6 · answered by dawnsdad 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you really want to make a stink about this, contact the Port Authority (owners of JFK)
http://www.panynj.gov/
2007-01-01 13:55:32 · answer #7 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋