The continuation of a forgotten tradition first founded over a century ago by another Nick Butler — Dr. Nicholas Murray Butler, no relation, 1862-1947 — whose annual holiday greeting to the nation was published every Christmas by the New York Times. My annual holiday greeting to the nation is published every Christmas here, on Sometimes Weekly .
| Date | Topic |
|---|---|
| Dec 25, 2025 | Cornerstones of our shared humanity |
| Dec 25, 2024 | American institutions under attack |
| Dec 25, 2023 | Protecting American democracy |
Santa Claus by Norman Rockwell.