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Tinsel TV: Holiday shows scheduled today

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“Jeff Dunham’s Very Special Christmas Special” (6 p.m., Comedy Central) See Nov. 26.

“Elf” (6 p.m., USA) See Nov. 26.

“The Santa Clause” (8 p.m., TBS) Tim Allen. A divorced dad puts on Santa’s suit and inherits the job. 1994

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