he said he had become aware of plans to assassinate him....

Dear Santa,

I have been a good boy all year. I have been patient and tolerant and generous and charitable. I have tried to treat everyone with decency and respect.

I only want one thing for Christmas this year and because I have been such a good boy, I think you should give it to me.

I will leave you some milk and cookies and some carrots for Rudolph. I hear he likes them.

Have a safe trip.

Your friend,

Paulie

PS Santa, use a scope