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Columbus Day vs. Indigenous Peoples' Day: A Growing Debate

10/2/2025

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Biden Recognizes Indigenous Day

Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day are observed on Oct. 13, 2025, amid debate.
Columbus Day, a 1937 federal holiday, honors Italian-American contributions but faces colonial-violence criticisms.
Indigenous Peoples' Day grows with 30 states and over 221 cities.
Offices close on Columbus Day; President Joseph R. Biden Jr. recognizes Indigenous Peoples' Day, while Former President Donald J. Trump vows reinstatement.

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Chef Celebrates Indigenous Cuisine

Chef Sherry Pocknett of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe will lead the Indigenous Food Evening on October 7 to celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day.
She is the first Indigenous woman to win a James Beard Award, aiming to spotlight Indigenous cuisine and culture.
Branch Line in Watertown hosts a four-course menu with venison skewers and butternut squash fry bread.

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Biden Recognizes Indigenous Day

Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day are observed on Oct. 13, 2025, amid debate.
Columbus Day, a 1937 federal holiday, honors Italian-American contributions but faces colonial-violence criticisms.
Indigenous Peoples' Day grows with 30 states and over 221 cities.
Offices close on Columbus Day; President Joseph R. Biden Jr. recognizes Indigenous Peoples' Day, while Former President Donald J. Trump vows reinstatement.

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