If you notice that the label from this entry is not under "Holidays/Anniversaries." I did that on purpose because Kwanzaa is not a holiday (federal or otherwise.) It was made in 1966 by a member of the Black Power Movement, Ron Karenga, and isn't based on any real American or African traditions.
I have no issue if people call Kwanzaa a week-long festival, but when they call it a holiday I take big issue. Even the Federal Government does not recognize it as a true holiday - as well they shouldn't - so I would appreciate it if people would stop saying "Happy Kwanzaa" to me. I prefer "Merry Christmas" or "Happy Holidays."
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