The Shift From Columbus Day To Indigenous Peoples Day

Christian Bryant hosts 'In the Loop', discussing a Nobel Prize winner's critique of social media and the history of Indigenous Peoples' Day. The show highlights the shift from Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples' Day, emphasizing the importance of recognizing Native American history and resilience.

What is one of the main topics discussed in the introduction of the show?

• The history of the internet

• The impact of climate change

• A Nobel Prize winner's critique of Facebook

• The benefits of meditation

What was Christopher Columbus's role according to the transcript?

• A benevolent leader

• A heroic discoverer

• A peaceful explorer

• A violent conqueror

Why do Native American activists oppose celebrating Columbus Day?

• Columbus was a famous scientist

• Columbus enslaved people and claimed lands already inhabited

• Columbus discovered a new continent

• Columbus was a peaceful leader

When was the first seed of Indigenous Peoples' Day planted?

• In 1937

• In 1977

• In 1492

• In 2000

Which US state was the first to officially recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day?

• South Dakota

• New York

• California

• Texas