Do you think he votes Labour? Judging by his mailbag, Father Christmas is the most popular person on the planet right now. So no wonder politicians want to know who he supports.
Both left and right claim Santa’s support
Claus for concern: Personifications of Christmas date back to the 15th Century. Glossary
Pagan - Spiritual beliefs other than those of the main or recognised religions. Often used in a historical context.
Socialist - A term used to describe a range of beliefs that stress collective control of economic processes. In the USA, it usually refers to a group of people who think that the USA ought to be more like European countries, offering universal healthcare, a higher minimum wage, and stronger workers' rights.
Rural - Relating to the countryside rather than the town.
Communism - The system of organising society so that all property is owned by the community and everyone receives things according to their needs.
American Civil War - A war fought from 1861 to 1865 between the slave states of the South and the free states of the North, after the former seceded from the Union.