by Conference of Presidents | Sep 30, 2024 | Uncategorized
Pro-Columbus victories in NH, MA, and PA signal the holiday’s resurgence in the U.S. In a significant victory for Italian American advocacy groups, all cities and towns across New Hampshire are now required by state law to officially recognize Columbus Day....
by Conference of Presidents | Sep 17, 2024 | Uncategorized
By Basil M. Russo, President, COPOMIAO The story of why in 1892 America began to celebrate Columbus Day, which subsequently led to the creation of more than 100 Columbus statues throughout our country, is a tragic example of the mistreatment of immigrants...
by Conference of Presidents | Aug 11, 2024 | Uncategorized
Four years ago, Boston’s Columbus statue was beheaded in the city’s North End during civic unrest. This week, Massachusetts’ Columbus Day holiday was preserved thanks to a viral petition letter distributed to the MA House Committee on Steering,...
by Conference of Presidents | Jul 30, 2024 | Uncategorized
Anthony and Joe Russo, “The Russo Brothers,” will direct two new Avengers films in 2026 and 2027. San Diego Comic-Con made headlines this weekend with a double bombshell from Marvel Studios: Robert Downey Jr. will take on the role of Doctor Doom in the MCU, and the...
by Conference of Presidents | Jul 16, 2024 | Uncategorized
Our nation’s first Italian American First Lady, Dr. Jill Biden, spoke at ISDA’s annual banquet in downtown Pittsburgh on July 13, 2024, to share her ancestors’ story. The event was part of ISDA’s ongoing mission to celebrate women in leadership while offering a...
by Conference of Presidents | Jun 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
The Viola family, owners of the NHL’s Florida Panthers, is a pillar of excellence in the Italian American community. Dear Members of the Italian American Community, I extend our heartfelt congratulations to John Viola, and his parents, Vincent and Teresa, owners...
