Italian American One Voice Coalition

06/11/2026

IAOVC ITALO-FACT - June 11:
Joseph “Joe” Montana, Jr. was born June 11, 1956 in a Western part of Pennsylvania. He is a four-time Super Bowl winning quarterback and a member of Pro Football Hall of Fame - widely regarded as one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time. The name Montana is an Americanized form of the family name "Montani." His parents were Joseph Clifford Montana and Theresa Marie Montana. Joe's paternal grandfather, Giuseppe Montani, was born in the Sicilian city of Messina and immigrated to the U.S. as a boy with his parents. As a young man, Giuseppe changed his name to Joseph Montana to make it sound more American. Joe's paternal grandmother was Margaret Frances Noce. He was nicknamed "Joe Cool" for his ability to stay calm at key moments, and "Comeback Kid" for rallying his teams from late-game deficits.
Happy 70th Birthday Joe!!!

06/04/2026

IAOVC Italo-FOOD Fact:::
Trippa has ancient origins in peasant cuisine - it was considered a nutritious and accessible food made from the stomachs of cattle. It became a staple in Italian culinary tradition, particularly in Rome, where dishes like Trippa alla Romana evolved from humble beginnings to beloved comfort food.
Today trippa is celebrated not only for its historical significance but also for its versatility in various regional recipes across Italy. It remains a popular choice in both home cooking and restaurants, reflecting the enduring legacy of cucina povera (poor cuisine) in Italian culture. Do you eat Trippa???

06/03/2026

IAOVC ITALO-FACT:::
Amadeo Pietro Giannini was an American banker who founded the Bank of Italy, which later became Bank of America. He is known for making banking accessible to middle-class Americans and immigrants, pioneering many modern banking practices. Giannini is celebrated for his contributions to modern banking practices and is remembered as a key figure in American financial history. Giannini passed away on June 3, 1949, leaving behind a legacy of innovation and commitment to serving the underserved in the banking sector. He was born May 6, 1870 in San Jose, CA the son of Italian immigrants.

05/27/2026

ICYMI - IAOVC IN THE NEWS:::
IAOVC President Andre DiMino was on The Live Zone Fox 5 Washington DC with host Guy Lambert discussing the recent vandalizing of the Baltimore Columbus Statue pedestal with a toilet.

IAOVC President, Andre DiMino, was interviewed on The Live Zone by host Guy Lambert on Fox 5 DC about the Columbus Monument in Baltimore vandalized with a to...

05/22/2026

May 22: Today is the feast day of St. Rita of Cascia, Italy. Born 1381 in Roccaporena, Italy and died in 1457 in Cascia, Italy then canonized May 22, 1900. Known as the Patroness of Impossible Causes. She was a widow and Augustinian nun, celebrated for her piety and the miracles attributed to her intercession.

St. Rita of Cascia, known as the "Saint of Impossible Causes," endured an abusive marriage, the violent death of her husband, and the loss of her sons before entering religious life. Her extraordinary faith amidst suffering transformed her into one of the Church's most powerful intercessors, making....

05/22/2026

ICYMI - IAOVC IN THE NEWS:::
IAOVC President Andre DiMino was interviewed on Mornings with Ken Rosato, about the Baltimore Columbus Monument pedestal being vandalized with a toilet! See the clip:

Italian American One Voice Coalition (IAOVC) President Andre DiMino...

05/22/2026

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉

Christopher Forte, Catena Marie Spiritosanto, John Edward Rossi, Tony Pittore Sr, Mitch Weiss

05/19/2026

IAOVC MEDIA ALERT:::
IAOVC President Andre DiMino will be on Fox 5 DC today at about 12:10 PM EDT being interviewed by host Guy Lambert about the desecration of the Columbus Monument pedestal in Baltimore, MD last weekend. You can watch LIVE at:

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05/19/2026

Solidarity Session - TONIGHT 8 PM EDT:
Register to join the Zoom - free! Native American Guardians Association and Italian Americans.
Guest speaker - Anthony Ilaqua of the Columbus Monument Corporation of Syracuse, NY will provide a critical update on the latest effort to “re-imagine” the historic Columbus monument in Syracuse — a 92-year-old landmark dedicated with Native American participation and representing an important part of our shared cultural history.
Register now and join the Session tonight at 8 PM EDT:

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Solidarity Session - May 19, 2026. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

05/16/2026

IAOVC MAKES THE NEWS:::
New edition of The One Voice Minute video series - The Architect of the Atomic Age - Italian-born American scientist Enrico Fermi.

The One Voice Minute video series - a quick and interesting exploration of the Italian American experience in America The Architect of the Atomic Age - Enrico Fermi - The One Voice Minute video Italian American One Voice Coaltion’s popular short-form video series highlights notable Italian America...