Lylah Alphonse Commentary on Columbus Day
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Lylah Alphonse comments on Columbus Day controversies.
To some, Columbus Day is a celebration of American history. To others, it honors Italian-American heritage. And today, many believe we should celebrate indigenous peoples instead, citing the atrocities Christopher Columbus committed. Lylah Alphonse, editor of Globe Rhode Island, provides her perspective on the debate.
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Lylah Alphonse Commentary on Columbus Day
Clip: Season 2 Episode 40 | 2m 5sVideo has Closed Captions
To some, Columbus Day is a celebration of American history. To others, it honors Italian-American heritage. And today, many believe we should celebrate indigenous peoples instead, citing the atrocities Christopher Columbus committed. Lylah Alphonse, editor of Globe Rhode Island, provides her perspective on the debate.
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