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Christmas and Hanukkah Unite: Celebrating Jewish Songwriters' Impact

12/31/2025

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On December 25, 2025, Christmas and Hanukkah coincide for the first time since 2005.
The article celebrates Jewish Americans who wrote popular Christmas songs, highlighting their impact on the holiday's musical landscape.
The author, a Jewish individual, notes that Christmas songs emphasize secular themes that resonate with many.
Songs such as "Let It Snow!" and "The Christmas Song" focus on winter romance and gatherings rather than religion.

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Story summary

On December 25, 2025, Christmas and Hanukkah coincide for the first time since 2005.
The article celebrates Jewish Americans who wrote popular Christmas songs, highlighting their impact on the holiday's musical landscape.
The author, a Jewish individual, notes that Christmas songs emphasize secular themes that resonate with many.
Songs such as "Let It Snow!" and "The Christmas Song" focus on winter romance and gatherings rather than religion.