The idea that not everyone is Christian breaks their brains
<p>I don’t think I’ve been to a basic American holiday season celebration where my Jewishness wasn’t brought up, and not by me. I’m not religious, don’t typically discuss religion, and don’t come from a family that was religious or typically discussed religion. I have found that whether I look or sound so Jewish that it cannot not be the topic of conversation has always related more to the observer’s prejudices than reality. In contrast, when I’m around people who aren’t Christian or Jewish, including Muslim people, my religion or cultural background is never a topic of conversation.</p>
<p>If you want to celebrate Christmas or Easter at work, at the bar association, or at a non-religious club or political event, fine by me, particularly if chocolate or cake is involved. But, have you ever returned the favor of interfaith politeness? With very few exceptions, no, not really. In the typical scenario, my mere presence shifts the conversation to my Jewishness.</p>
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