This is about Santa Claus.

Yesterday another user’s post asked a question. Based on the reactions some people don’t like the idea of a gender neutral Santa even though Santa [i]isn’t a real person[/i]!!
I was told Santa represents the spirit of Christmas. That means anyone can be Santa.
Is Santa strictly a white male or can Santa Claus be a white female? How about a black male? A black female?

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indyjoe · 56-60, M

The character of Santa Claus was derived from the real life person Saint Nicholas, thus the reason he is always depicted mostly as a white male. Now even though "Santa Claus" is not an actual person, he is representative of the spirit of the holiday/season and therefore can be portrayed anyway one wishes. Most people though like and want to hold onto tradition and that is why this is not common practice. As I see it, a person is free to believe in "Santa" in any form they wish and choose...but it is Christmas, and it's not that big of an issue or deal. Why mar the spirit of the holiday with sexism and racism? It is supposed to be a season of peace and goodwill.

rckt148 · 61-69, M

@indyjoe 🤗