Poll Topic of the Week: Does Christopher Columbus deserve a National Holiday? (63 votes)
Topic: Does Christopher Columbus Deserve a National Holiday?
Being that it is Columbus Day today, and there is still a good deal of controversy surrounding Christopher Columbus as a historical figure; I thought it would be a great topic to start our weekly segment off with. This is an issue that creates passionate responses on both sides so it should be a fiery debate, but I do ask that everyone remains civil. It is true that Christopher Columbus committed numerous crimes against indigenous peoples, but it is also argued that he is responsible for the creation of the most powerful nation on Earth. What is the truth? Are great crimes justified by great achievements? Does Christopher Columbus deserve to have a holiday dedicated to him?
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