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Thanksgiving is primarily celebrated in the **United States** and **Canada**, and its observance is not widespread globally for several key reasons:
1. **Historical Context**: Thanksgiving commemorates specific historical events, particularly the **Pilgrims' harvest feast** in 1621, which is closely tied to American history. This event does not hold significance for many other cultures and countries, which possess their own unique historical narratives.
2. **Cultural Significance**: The holiday is rooted in **American culture** and traditions. While some countries have similar harvest festivals or days of gratitude, they do not align with American Thanksgiving in terms of timing or customs.
3. **Lack of Official Recognition**: In many countries, there are no official proclamations or traditions that recognize a day of thanksgiving. For example, in France, Thanksgiving is not celebrated as it is in the U.S., and there are no national observances related to it.
4. **Alternative Celebrations**: Various cultures have their forms of gratitude celebrations. Many countries celebrate harvest festivals, but these festivities are often distinct from the American Thanksgiving.
5. **Controversial Aspects**: In the U.S., some view Thanksgiving as a **"national day of mourning,"** particularly among Native American communities, due to the historical context of colonization and its effects on indigenous peoples. This perspective can influence how the holiday is perceived and celebrated.
While Thanksgiving is a significant holiday in the U.S. and Canada, its specific historical and cultural roots limit its global celebration. However, some countries do have their versions of gratitude or harvest festivals, reflecting their unique traditions and histories.
After years of feeling consistently annoyed and often angry about the historical denial surrounding Thanksgiving Day, I propose replacing the celebrations and feasting with a National Day of Atonement. This day would serve to acknowledge the genocide of indigenous peoples, which is central to the creation of the United States.
As Jewish communities began to integrate into the American banking system, they influenced the financial landscape, contributing to the creation of Israel and the ongoing conflict and suffering in Gaza. This should also be reflected in your National Day of Atonement and mourning. The transgressions of the United States have accumulated significantly, and this is not something to celebrate and to do so is hypocritical.
| Happy Thanksgiving from Gaza |
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