President. at this time a year ago many Members of Congress were active in proclaiming support for making Columbus Day a national holiday. Today. however. interest in this legislation seems to be lagging. Yet. in light of the recently enacted revisions of our immigration system. it is especially appropriate to turn our attention to the passage of this legislation nowin this session of Congress. For. just as we have now acknowledged through muchneeded reform of our immigration laws. the invaluable contributions of those coming to our Nation. so we should likewise give the deserved recognition through designation of October 12 as Columbus Day to the man whose undaunted heroism and courage. whose dream of exploration resulted in his coming to this country. and the great discovery and subsequent blessings in which we all share. The question of whether Leif Erikson preceded him is not vital. There is enough glory for both of them.
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