"I actually share her view and understand her frustration when any government attempts to ban secular symbols like Santa Claus or Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer or Christmas lights"
- Steve Israel
About this Quote
This quote by Steve Israel reveals his agreement with the view of another person, and his understanding of their disappointment when a federal government tries to prohibit secular signs associated with Christmas. He is describing symbols such as Santa Claus, Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer, and Christmas lights, which are all symbols of the holiday. He is likely revealing his displeasure of federal governments that try to ban these signs, as they are extensively accepted and delighted in by lots of people. He is also likely revealing his assistance for the person who shared their view with him, and his understanding of their sensations of frustration. This quote is a reminder that federal governments should not be allowed to interfere with the celebration of holidays and the satisfaction of secular symbols.
This quote is written / told by Steve Israel somewhere between May 30, 1958 and today. He/she was a famous Politician from USA.
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