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Thanks, but No Thanks - The debate over "the war on Christmas" spreads to Thanksgiving.

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excerpt: "Anyone who has ever had to listen to foodies argue over which wine pairs best with turkey knows that Thanksgiving can inspire vehement—and tiresome—disagreement. But of all the questions connected with our celebration of Thanksgiving, none provokes as much heat as the debate over religion's place at the table."

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More food for thought today. Get it? Me so punny.

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    Reply#1 - Thu Nov 22, 2007 10:35 AM EST
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    Gratitude is an attitude.

    How is yours?

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      #1.1 - Thu Nov 22, 2007 8:02 PM EST
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