Banning Christmas not a good idea

Comment on "Happy seasonal spending" (China Daily, Dec 26)

The fun, activities, gifts, trees and decorations associated with Christmas and New Year celebrations in China have nothing to do with Christianity. Christmas is a festival that can be celebrated in many ways. Chinese people love anything that brings the family together or offers a chance to enjoy good food. Chinese people also love spending money on gifts.

Christmas is not a national holiday in China but enjoyed nonetheless by many. Christmas does no harm. It does not preach the Christian gospel. Maybe it tells an interesting little story.