The headlines this Christmas report that many Americans are 'skipping Christmas' this year because of money woes. There is a divide between what the government says the economy is like, and what families know to be true. The cause? Inflation. Many are getting new credit cards just so they can buy gifts for their kids this year. And 75% of Americans are planning to cut back on expenditures not just for Christmas but for the next six months. Will this dampen Christmas celebrations? Many say 'no' and that they will find new ways this year to celebrate, not unlike generations in the past had to do. This is good news. Plus, hear clips of some of the most recent U.S. Presidents' Christmas comments at the annual National Tree Lighting. Which mirror your values and beliefs?

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