‘Columbus Day’ reactions from Native American Day participants

Reactions to Columbus Day from Native American Day Participants

In South Dakota, it is still Native American Day, a declaration made by the governor's office over 30 years ago.

The recent change of the national holiday by President Trump has sparked frustration. While President Trump is working towards peace in the Middle East, some Native Americans at the Native American Day Parade are wondering if he could also work towards peace with Native Americans in the Midwest.

We're celebrating today regardless of what anybody is saying.

Organizers and attendees of the Native American Day celebrations are reacting to the overturning of Native American Day nationwide and the reinstatement of Columbus Day.

Very non-controversial, frankly, but some people would say it's controversial. We're calling it Columbus Day. Yes.

Author's summary: Native Americans in South Dakota react to Columbus Day.

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Dakota News Now Dakota News Now — 2025-10-14