How should one address another on July 4th?
Should one insert the holiday into the normal phrase, such as, "Happy July Fourth," or should it be more informative (in order to assert one's knowledge of the occation) such as, "Happy Independance-Day."
Another possible problem; the issue of independance varies between ethnic groups. One's independance day may not be anothers'. American Indians, African Americans, Japanese Americans (WWII), etc. In which case, the phrase "independance-day" may even be offensive. In which case, one might need to say, "Happy American Revolution Day," or "Happy Exuberant American Patriotism Day"... but that's a mouth full.
I've decided to be vague. Now, when I see a person on the street who is looking especially festive, I'll just say, "Happy Fourth" and assume they get it.
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