Philadelphia Lawmaker Pushing To Change Columbus Day To Indigenous Peoples' Day

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PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A Philadelphia lawmaker is pushing to officially change the name of Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples' Day in Pennsylvania.

State representative Chris Rabb introduced the legislation.

He wants to honor Native Americans, instead of Columbus who began the colonization of America.

At least four states have switched to Indigenous Peoples' Day

In:
• Philadelphia