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In reply to the discussion: Having cities named after Columbus, along with a holiday honoring him, is a national disgrace. [View all]question everything
(48,965 posts)Ever been tested in the topic of understanding what you read? Just read and then answer the question of what the author means?
Slowly: This is a country of immigrants. Did you know that? No? What were you doing during history lessons? Start here
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States
Thus, when people don't like the person who first showed us the way, one has to ask how they, or their parents or grandparents knew about this place.
But, perhaps you are ashamed of your parents and grandparents. Is this the reason for your hostility?
That's OK. I've long found that individuals hide behind the anonymity of the internet to spout hateful and ignorant things.
I suppose it is better than fighting with co-workers - if you have job; fighting with spouse and children - if you have a family, or kicking the dog - poor creature.