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Creating a spirit of national unity among Italian Americans
The Conference of Presidents of Major Italian American Organizations (COPOMIAO), a national coalition of 74 cultural, educational, fraternal and anti-defamation groups, seeks to promote our history and traditions for today’s generations, and tomorrow’s.
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The Deciding Vote: Caesar Rodney, a Founding Father With Italian Roots, Delivered the Vote That Declared Independence
On July 2, 1776, Caesar Rodney rode 80 miles overnight from Dover to Philadelphia in a race against time. Arriving as the vote on independence was already underway, he cast the tie-breaking ballot that secured Delaware's support for separation from Great Britain,...
Viola Family Captures Kentucky Derby in Stunning Long Shot Victory
“Golden Tempo,” at 23-1 odds, surges late to claim a dramatic 2026 Derby finish. To our members and supporters, On behalf of the Italian American community, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to our Vice President John Viola, and his parents, Vincent and Teresa, on...
