The fact that Columbus Day is celebrated each October is a testament to the intellectual dishonesty that has stemmed from the likes of academics, teachers and politicians. It has become an annual ritual to sanitize history and present half-truths as absolutes…

In sum, history cannot be rewritten. However with information now at our fingertips, we can no longer admit our teachers, politicians, etc. being left in the dark regarding our collective histories. Thoroughly researched academic materials are readily available for those who seek the truth. In fact, it is fair to assume that as people gain a better understanding of Columbus, they will begin to support other efforts to acknowledge this particular point in time.