State Rep. introduces ‘Indigenous Peoples Day’ legislation, looks to honor Native Americans

Legislation introduced Monday to the Wisconsin State Legislature could possibly change the name of the second Monday in October from Christopher Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples Day. Rep. David Bowen, D-Milwaukee, introduced the legislation at Indian Community School Monday, where students last year drafted a resolution that was later approved by the Milwaukee County Board to … Continue reading State Rep. introduces ‘Indigenous Peoples Day’ legislation, looks to honor Native Americans