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I am told that this year American Muslims are ordering more halal (properly slaughtered) turkeys for Thanksgiving dinner–it’s another way of taking part in the life here. I teach Chinese history and keep an eye on China. Thanksgiving in China isn’t necessarily a visiting American’s holiday; Chinese friends say they celebrate, too.

One does well to honor the martyrs, though for remembering it helps to be Catholic or to belong to congregation that knows and practices the liturgical calendar. Others may know only that it’s time for candy and trick-or-treaters. Or for the great autumnal brouhaha so Mardis Gras-like when to taunt, or at least [...]