I know of people where I work that fit into every one of Bings examples. I'm one of 'em. The only holiday I request (demand) off is Halloween. I'd rather work a shift on Thanksgiving becasue 1- the store is usually empty, so there is very little to do and 2- I get paid double to do less than usual. If I work a morning shift, I can visit the family that afternoon/evening and if I work the evening, I can visit in the morning/afternoon. No big deal.

I take it you're being forced to work on Thanksgiving Warb?