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Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day are both observed on the second Monday in October.
Columbus Day, a federal holiday since 1937, is controversial due to Christopher Columbus's treatment of Indigenous people.
Indigenous Peoples' Day celebrates Native American heritage and was first recognized by a presidential administration in 2021.
The second week in October brings about one day but two holidays that have caused controversy for several years.
Columbus Day is a federal holiday celebrated across the country with parades that showcase Italian-American heritage and pride, as noted by Smithsonian Magazine . However, many individuals have criticized the holiday and protested against it for decades due to the way the Italian explorer Christopher Columbus trea