Best of the Council — Santa Claus
December 17, 2008, 3:30 pm; posted by Bweinh
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At various times, the Bweinh!tributors, having convened in secret for hours of reasoned debate and consideration, will issue a brief and binding ruling on an issue of great societal import.
This classic question, originally published in May 2008 — What should you tell your children about Santa Claus?
Kaitlin delivers the ruling of the Council, joined by Djere, David, and Steve:
That he does not exist. He should be treated like any other fictional character.
David concurs, joined by Tom and Connie:
Treat him as make-believe; when your children learn the truth at some point, they may assume you made up the stuff about Jesus too.
Job dissents, joined by Chloe:
I will tell my kids Santa Claus exists because his essence is one of the few things most Americans have as a shared identity.
Erin dissents:
Go ahead and let them believe for a few years. They’ll get over the moment of truth.
Josh dissents:
He’s a great example of why you shouldn’t eat too many cookies, unless you want a jiggly belly.
MC-B and Mike played no part in the determination of this issue.
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