Some Cities Are Replacing ‘Columbus Day’ With ‘Indigenous People’s Day’ And People Can’t Agree On Which Is Better

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Columbus Day has been one of the most controversial holidays of our time, and is it really any surprise? It celebrates the man who “discovered” America, aka the same man who cruelly abused the indigenous people of North America when he made a wrong turn on his way to India. His is a tale of ambition, perseverance, and the erasure of the suffering of minorities.

In response to the controversial day, some have argued that the holiday should be replaced by one that honors the true spirit of America: Indigenous People’s Day.

Some cities have actually taken the first steps toward turning this into reality, like Salt Lake City and several areas in California.

But not everyone is happy with the change, particularly Italian Americans, who take pride in the Italian explorer who “discovered” America.

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Others argue that Columbus’s pioneering spirit is an inspiration to all, and that he can’t be held to modern day standards.

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Still, many refuse to celebrate the holiday due to Columbus’s cruel nature.

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Columbus Day/Indigenous People’s Day will undoubtedly remain one of the most controversial days for Americans, and for good reason — where some see a source of pride, others see a source of pain and misery.