Google, Apple Recognize Columbus Day, Indigenous People's Day Differently
Summary
On the federal holiday in October, Google Calendar shows only Columbus Day, while Apple Calendar displays both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day. This difference reflects ongoing debates about how to recognize the holiday, with Columbus Day being the official federal holiday and Indigenous Peoples' Day recognized by some states.Key Facts
- Columbus Day is a federal holiday celebrated on the second Monday in October.
- Indigenous Peoples' Day is recognized by several states but is not a federal holiday.
- Apple Calendar shows both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day in the U.S.
- Google Calendar only lists Columbus Day, following a policy to show official public holidays.
- Google previously added many cultural events manually but changed to rely on public holiday data from Timeanddate.com starting in mid-2024.
- The holiday debate centers on Columbus’ legacy and its impact on Indigenous peoples.
- Five states (Montana, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island) officially recognize both holidays.
- The differing calendars highlight how technology platforms represent cultural and political issues differently.
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