Rhode Island Weighs Changing Its Name Over Ties To Slavery

The video discusses ongoing debates about changing the names of streets, cities, and states due to historical ties to slavery and controversial figures. Rhode Island is considering a name change due to its association with slavery, with a petition gaining significant support. In 2010, a similar proposal failed. Nationwide, similar discussions are occurring, such as in Ohio, where there's a petition to rename Columbus due to Christopher Columbus's controversial legacy.

How many signatures did the petition to change Rhode Island's name garner?

What is the significance of the petition in Ohio related to the state capital?