Should we stop telling the “first Thanksgiving” story?

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Selected thesis

We should stop telling the "first Thanksgiving" story.

Pros

Cons

  • Pro claim 1

    The story of the first Thanksgiving is mostly untrue.

  • Pro claim 2

    The story of the first Thanksgiving is disrespectful to Native Americans.

  • Con claim 1

    The story of the first Thanksgiving is a beloved tradition.

  • Con claim 2

    The story of the first Thanksgiving teaches important lessons.