I feel compelled to add just a little more. I would like to point out that this is a small group of people protesting and doesn't reflect, the Itlalian/Sicilian people as a whole. I do hope that everyone understands that point.

I also can understand, as far as celebrating Columbus Day, that the Italian Americans do have a point (as in the Sopranos). Coming from a state where Black History Month and Cinco De Mayo are honored by many people, and feeling kind of lonely, as Italians in California are quite the minority, I can see the desire to give the Italians "something" such as Columbus Day. Just as I would be for any other heritage wanting their day of celebration. Even tho we are all Americans really, each of us has the right to have pride and celebrate our heritage.

TIS

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