How To Write A Persuasive Letter To Columbus

Dear Mr. Mayor, The statue of Christopher Columbus that resides in the city hall should be removed and relocated to a different location, such as the San Francisco Museum and Historical Society. If it were to be moved, I would strongly recommend attaching a plaque, which can provide a synopsis of facts, regarding his treatment towards indigenous tribes. This statue has caused a stir of mixed emotions for many individuals. However, it is important to acknowledge the wrongdoings he imposed in order to be honest about our history, which is entailed by this prominent figure. The location of the statue is problematic and offensive for residents because city hall is supposed to symbolize a sense of unity within a community, equality for all citizens, and to hear the voices of the concerned citizen. The placement of the statue can dissuade individuals from coming to city hall. The city of San Jose has a diverse community of people who come from all different ethnic backgrounds and countries. Moreover, for individuals coming in and seeing the Italian explorer being glorified is derogatory and a painful reminder of the grim history that is involved with this prominent explorer.
The citizens of San Jose are having greater awareness of different historical narrative. It is through education of these historical narratives that people can judge the
A statue represents someone who once stood and was firm about certain ideals, but is now gone. In terms of this issue, a statue can represent where we once stood because in one sense a statue is seen as a representation of history. If the statue was to be relocated, I would strongly recommend it be exhibited at the San Francisco Museum and Historical Society because it is through this institution historians can provide a synopsis of objective facts, regarding Christopher