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October 12, 2025

Letters from an American

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How Columbus Day Became a Symbol for Immigrant Inclusion

Heather traces Columbus Day's 1920s origins as a response to Klan nativism and the Knights of Columbus' effort to honor Catholic and immigrant contributions.

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