Cuomo Says New York City's Columbus Statue Should Stay
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said on Thursday that he did not believe New York City's prominent statue of Christopher Columbus should be removed and pointed out its importance in the Italian American community.
Cuomo was asked on Thursday at a press conference whether it was time for the statue, which stands above the city's Columbus Circle subway stop, to go.
"But the statue has come to represent and signify appreciation for the Italian American contribution to New York.
New York City has a prominent Italian American community.
The city holds a big celebration of Columbus Day with a parade largely held to applaud the contributions of Italian Americans.
