It was "Lorenzo de' Medici" who was a ruler of Florence and a famous patron of arts and science during the Renaissance, since his family's great wealth allowed them to heavily patronize the arts.
Somebody has to lose money for others to make money
The purpose of a condolence ceremony is to display mutual concern during crisis due to death of an Iroquois and a Dutch, which could help bind their relationship.
Nevertheless, the Dutch participate in these ceremonies because of the necessity of doing business and not for any particular cultural sensitivity or appreciation.
Everyone has the right to take part in the administration of their nation, either directly or through freely elected representatives.
Why is it important?
Supporting democracy not only promotes important American values like religious liberty and worker rights, but it also helps to create a more secure, stable, and affluent global environment in which the US may pursue its national interests.
The Taino were the first native Americans Christopher Columbus came into contact with.
