[ April 12, 2026 ]
This is an example of the cultural self-abnegation that the left is forcing upon the nation. In the first place, the idea that candy canes stand for Jesus is absurd. While it may have been true in the past or among some people, it is hardly widely known today, and the principal’s action is absurd. But even worse is her ban on Christmas-themed material so as not to offend non-Christians. I’m a proud Jew and I’ve never been offended by Christmas celebrations. Jennifer Sinclair is only afraid of offending Muslims, who would never, ever give up their own cultural or religious observances to avoid offending non-Muslims. All people are allowed to be proud of his or her culture except those in the West. It’s a recipe for cultural suicide and destruction.
“Principal bans candy canes, says ‘J shape’ stands for Jesus,” by Nicole Darrah, Fox News, December 7, 2018 (thanks to Greg):
An elementary school principal in Nebraska was placed on leave after telling teachers to avoid decorating their classrooms with Christmas-themed ornaments so as not to offend those who don’t celebrate the holiday.
ADVERTISEMENTThe principal at Manchester Elementary School, identified by Fox affiliate KPTM as Jennifer Sinclair, sent out a memo earlier this week with guidelines as to what is considered appropriate for classroom decorations and assignments.
Teachers reportedly were told that generic winter-themed items, such as sledding and scarves, and the “Frozen” character Olaf, were acceptable.
Decorations that included Santa, Christmas trees, reindeer, green and red items and even candy canes, however, were not acceptable for the elementary school.
The candy canes, according to KETV, were prohibited because Sinclair deemed them to have religious significance. “Historically, the shape is a ‘J’ for Jesus. The red is for the blood of Christ, and the white is a symbol of his resurrection,” she reportedly wrote. “This would also include different colored candy canes.”
“I feel uncomfortable that I have to get this specific, but for everyone’s comfort, I will,” Sinclair reportedly wrote in the memo….
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