Native Americans in Nevada Renew Push for Indigenous Peoples' Day
As President Donald Trump's Columbus Day proclamation pledges to "reclaim" the holiday honoring the Italian explorer, Native Americans in Nevada are renewing their call to recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day.
A celebration they say better reflects their heritage and history, Indigenous Peoples' Day is seen as an alternative to Columbus Day.
"The idea of celebrating Columbus goes back in the United States really to the 300th anniversary of when he sailed back in 1792,"
said Michael Green, a professor of history at UNLV. He notes that Columbus' actions were harmful to Indigenous people, with some arguing that he was guilty of genocide.
Columbus' legacy is a topic of debate, with many criticizing his treatment of Native Americans.
- Native Americans in Nevada are pushing for recognition of Indigenous Peoples' Day.
- The holiday is seen as a way to honor the heritage and history of Indigenous people.
Author's summary: Native Americans in Nevada push for Indigenous Peoples' Day.
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