Remember all the boy scout controversy, from pedophile coverups to gender wars? They’ve been working to tackle those issues…and are now under attack on the right for “going woke.”
Many troops operate Christmas Tree lots, or have pick-up services. If you stopped going because they were problematic, look again!
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Prices are up across the board, tariffs are hitting the holidays hard, and we face a new shutdown in February. If you have not already tightened your budget, now is the time to do it. Be particularly cautious about overspending during the holiday season. Fortify your resources to survive what is likely to be a chaotic economy for some time.
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Get some window paints and decorate your car with seasonal progressive messages. How about Hanukah images from DEC 14th-22nd? Or if you have wild art skills, depict a nativity scene disrupted by ICE. Get creative and make ALL your neighbors feel welcome and jolly, too!
Many ethnic communities rely on holiday markets to fund year-round programs. Cottage makers do too. Look through local event listings for seasonal fairs thrown by immigrant, minority or other local communities, and make it an outing!
Winter brings cozy weather for tea and reading. Order a couple of history or how-to books that will fuel your resistance, and make time to read them, or listen to audio books while you commute or clean. Re-train your mind to stick with one topic for more than a few minutes.
Put other communities’ holidays on your calendar, and post culturally appropriate greetings. Attend events or shop at craft fairs. Expose yourself to other traditions through the holiday season!
HANUKKAH STARTS TONIGHT: DEC14-22
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