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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Chelsea Ritschel

Why some Americans don’t celebrate Thanksgiving

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For many Americans, Thanksgiving is a special, beloved holiday for eating turkey – or a vegetarian main course option – and spending time with friends and family.

However, for others, the celebration is deeply controversial, as Thanksgiving has a contentious history that goes back to when the first feast was held.

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