This past week, Nevada Governor Joseph Lombardo vetoed Bill Draft Request 19-7 - a provision which would have led to the formal recognition of Indigenous Peoples Day on Columbus Day. While the Commission for Social Justice is in full support of recognizing our Native American friends, we do not believe that recognition should come at the expense of the Italian American community.

This week, I wrote to Governor Lombardo to thank him for his support for the Italian American community and for vetoing this proposal. Since 1979, the CSJ has been at the forefront of the fight against anti-Italian discrimination, and the support of our elected officials is crucial to continue our mission. Read my full letter by clicking here.