It is true that Christianity is the most common religion in America, but it cannot be denied that the nation’s culture is constantly changing.

The United States has a plethora of religions that you can find almost everywhere. Next to a synagogue you may see a Catholic church or a Buddhist temple.

So when December hits, the question of whether people should say “Merry Christmas” or “Happy Holidays” hits even harder.

Many holidays and observances fall during December: Christmas, Hanukkah, Winter Solstice, Pancha Ganapiti, and Kwanzaa, to name a few.

In a country founded by Puritan Christianity, is it unfair to wish someone “Happy Holidays” rather than “Merry Christmas”?

Personally, I do not think it is worth the argument when the question can be answered so easily.

Consider this: You have a Jewish friend, a Protestant friend, and an African-American friend, and you are all at dinner together on Dec. 22. When you part, you could simply say “Happy Holidays.” If you are at dinner with only your Jewish friend, you could just say “Happy Hanukkah.”

Replacing the phrase “Merry Christmas” with “Happy Holidays” should not be such a big deal, especially in such a diverse country during a season in which many cultures celebrate holidays.