Florida’s 500th Birthday Should Be a National Holiday

By Miguel Perez

My reservations are made; my plans are solid. I’m going to be in Florida on April 2 and 3 to celebrate the 500th anniversary of Juan Ponce de Leon’s great discovery. But it’s not really fair. I’m going to a celebration that should be coming to me — and to all of us across this country!

When Florida marks its quincentennial, the whole nation should be celebrating its 500th birthday. Read more >>