‘Columbus Day’ reactions from Native American Day participants

Columbus Day Reactions from Native American Day Participants

Despite the national holiday, South Dakota still celebrates Native American Day, a declaration made by the governor's office over 30 years ago.

The recent change of the national holiday by President Trump has been met with frustration. As President Trump works towards brokering peace in the Middle East, some Native Americans wonder if he could also work towards peace with Native Americans in the Midwest.

We're celebrating today regardless of what anybody is saying.

Organizers and attendees of the Native American Day Parade are reacting to the overturning of Native American Day nationwide and the reinstatement of Columbus Day.

Very non-controversial, frankly, but some people would say it's controversial. We're calling it Columbus Day. Yes.

Author's summary: Native Americans react to Columbus Day.

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Dakota News Now Dakota News Now — 2025-10-14

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