GeauxSioux Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 'Redskins' Name Here to StayFull disclosure: I'm part Native American. However, I'm not here to push my views or my values as being representative of anyone but myself. I fully acknowledge that many Native Americans and non-Native Americans want to completely do away with nicknames of this type, and I can't say I agree with them.No, Myles. The NCAA isn't a catalyst for anything. It's a sports organization. Do sports play an important role in our society? Yes, but it should never be so important as to attempt to lead social change. When social change comes as a result of sports, it can be a good thing. It's not a good thing when an organization sets out to create such change where that change isn't widely desired. With Brand leading the way, the NCAA has practically forced selected schools to do away with years of tradition with regard to their choices for nicknames and mascots. I have yet to see a single case in sports where my sensibilities were offended by how a team branded itself. Whether it's the Redskins, Blackhawks, Fighting Sioux, Indians, Braves, Seminoles, Chippewas, Illini, or anyone I didn't mention, these teams, schools, and organizations have represented themselves and the Native American community with honor and dignity. They don't abuse their nicknames or imagery, and they are -- in most cases -- teams who have built great traditions with their current names and logos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Illiniwek Supporter Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 'Redskins' Name Here to Stay I think you could substitute the name "Douple" for Myles in the above quote. Same type of "we know better than you do" attitude. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big A HG Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 Great article.....too bad it has no influence on anything... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Sicatoka Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 Mentioning "catalyst for social change", where all could that go I wonder. Read on in the link for notions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Illiniwek Supporter Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 Mentioning "catalyst for social change", where all could that go I wonder. Read on in the link for notions.If sport really was a "catalyst for social change" we'd all be taking steriods by now, wouldn't we? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottM Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Well, at the very least the DC Circuit Court of Appeals recently threw out attempts from "harmed" appellants to remove the Redskins' trademark protections. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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