White House: Trump reinstates the celebration of Columbus Day. Columbus Day is a holiday commemorating Christopher Columbus' first arrival in the Americas in 1492. Due to the many atrocities committed by Columbus against the native population, both the Republican and Democratic parties in the U.S. have different interpretations of Columbus Day. Democrats emphasize that while honoring Columbus, it is important not to forget the history of the indigenous people. This reflects political concepts of diversity, equality, and inclusiveness. On the other hand, the right-wing sees this as "extreme left woke activism." Facing history and self-criticism are unacceptable to white supremacists in the U.S. Is Trump's reinstatement of the celebration of Columbus Day a significant shift? Original article: https://www.toutiao.com/article/1830593766913088/ Disclaimer: The article represents the views of the author alone.