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Redskins owner says they'll "Never change the name"
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Pollux
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See edit. :jnc
ThisWreckage
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I don't care how things are changing. The fact remains that this is not a high priority for football fans or the league. Most people, objectively, do not care. So he can get away with it. The NFL has more pressing issues on its hands like getting sued for concussions and brain damage. On the totem pole, this is low for the league and fans.
Just look at the fucking Wikipedia page! They were always the Cleveland Browns. Only for a brief period of time they played as the Suspended Operations.
- Cleveland Browns (194695)
- Suspended Operations (199698)
- Cleveland Browns (1999present)
The Indians have been downplaying the Chief Wahoo logo for years. I was just in a team shop the other day and there's hardly anything there with him on it. I think they might be trying to slowly faze it out.
Again, some of the natives are getting handouts which probably ease the pain and suffering.
You're using a lot of words to repeat the same thing over and over.
FunnyBunny
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I have a hard time understanding how, or why, some sports fans accept these names.
Amory
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I know the Seminole tribe gets a ton from Florida State, but I think they also get to have a say in their logo, mascot, etc to ensure they're not offended by any of it.
The Redskins will never change. They are an old franchise, in a powerful market in the most popular sport. There will never be a protest large enough to hurt their bottom line, nor a government/commissioner that will make them change.
The Indians on the other hand will be moved one day and then they will likely change the name. Or they will have completely phased out the logo to the point where it's moot.
Do you follow sports teams? It seems like something someone who isn't really into sports would say.
The Indians on the other hand will be moved one day and then they will likely change the name. Or they will have completely phased out the logo to the point where it's moot.
Do you follow sports teams? It seems like something someone who isn't really into sports would say.
Professor Beef
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I personally don't care. But I also do not speak for all native-americans on GAF. I can easily see how offensive it is, though.
American football prints money. They could have the most racist logo on the planet, and you'll find a native to cash that blank cheque.
It's really one of my favorite logos. I just hate looking at Tito wear that stupid bucket sized red BP cap.
GoldenEye 007
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Horrible mistake changing the name of the Washington Bullets. I know that. Ugh.
What's wrong with the Braves name? Redskins is a slur based on supposed skin color. You can't totally remove all ethnic based imagery at all. What about the Vikings? Blonde, mustached white nord. Or the celtics. A pipe smoking irish leprechaun with a shillelagh.
Or do you mean that racist screaming chief on the cap? I actually like the name Braves.
I agree chief wahoo of the Indians is stereotypical and laughable.
Since I love hockey, what do you folks think of the Chicago Blackhawks and their logo? I think it's one of the best and most iconic in the NHL. A somewhat realistic feathered warrior Indian/Native/First Nation/Indigenous American.
Or do you mean that racist screaming chief on the cap? I actually like the name Braves.
I agree chief wahoo of the Indians is stereotypical and laughable.
Since I love hockey, what do you folks think of the Chicago Blackhawks and their logo? I think it's one of the best and most iconic in the NHL. A somewhat realistic feathered warrior Indian/Native/First Nation/Indigenous American.
Good, they shouldn't. Not only is it nice to see a stand against political correctness, my personal take (not that it matters in this situation) is that it honors positive aspects of Native Americans. I find it difficult to believe anyone's a fan of the name because they think it's racist and enjoy that aspect of it.
Supermanisdead
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Little did they know, they changed the team name to the name of a very popular European Homosexual Wizard.
/gandalfnod.gif
Vire
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The Last Emperor
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Good for him
Professor Beef
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I would LOVE for you to talk more about this.
Cyclops is racist against people born with only one eye. The nerve...
Thank god someone finally took a stand against PCism. It's so oppressive and it's hurt so many people throughout history. So much pain. So much blood. Like that time
Supermanisdead
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Guys stop. It's not good. Like AT ALL. It's a racist slur, but "fuck those pc liberals right"
Jesus christ... I wonder if the team was called the Washington Wet backs, there'd be the same defense. Some of the replies here are shameful.
Jesus christ... I wonder if the team was called the Washington Wet backs, there'd be the same defense. Some of the replies here are shameful.
The only problem with the Braves is the Tomahawk Chop.
Vire
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Personally I'm preferential to the Washington White Crackers.
Yes, it is a racial slur but everyone on the team is proud to be a redskin and the fans all root for redskins. I think the name should change and that it's different from other native-based teams (and weapons) but it's not that unbelievable that some people see it as a positive
GoldenEye 007
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Well few people have issues with Celtics or Vikings as mentioned. Or Fighting Irish.
Professor Beef
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Again, I can't speak for everyone on GAF, but I would absolutely love to see someone try and get away with that team name.
Escape Goat
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If they suck long enough maybe they'll change it to ditch their reputation.
Crackers, Palefaces and Gwailo, oh my.
Supermanisdead
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Hey, they're called Homo Superior for a reason. They deserve more.
I'm sure you would. It's racist to respect certain tribe's skill and tenacity in combat and understand how that would translate well into the ethos of a sports team, right?
yeah Wizards is so fucking stupid. I understand why they changed it - DC and violence and all - but c'mon Wizards? No wonder the fan base is so shallow.
...You seem to be repeating yourself a lot in this thread. We get it, you think Native Americans all survive on nothing but handouts and love these nicknames.
JJDinomite
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Being 1/32 Native American, I can say that this greatly offends me.
how do you feel about the confederate flag
spiderman123
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Change it too the Washington Crimson or Washington Maroons or Washington Scarlets
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