National Day Of Mourning

How ridiculous is it that kids still learn about Thanksgiving as a shared meal between Native Americans and Pilgrims; an occasion to make paper Turkeys and share your favorite dish with the class? Like many of the stories we’re told about our nation’s history, Thanksgiving is built upon a lie. The legendary dinner between Pilgrims and Native Americans was actually made up by Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War—a unity story meant to bring people together during a time of division. In truth, Thanksgiving Day corresponds with a treaty made between Native Americans and Pilgrims. The treaty promised mutual protection…