Washington, Oct. 9 -- Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino issued the following press release:
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Ahead of Columbus Day, Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (NY-02), Vice Chair of the Italian American Congressional Delegation, is recognizing the generations of Italian Americans who have helped shape Long Island and communities across the country. Garbarino is also highlighting his resolution, H.Res. 789, which expresses support for the recognition of Christopher Columbus and his impact on the Italian-American community and recognizes the second Monday in October as Columbus Day.
"Growing up on Long Island in an Italian-American family, Columbus Day has always been an opportunity to celebrate our heritage and honor the generations wh...