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This is absolutely phenomenal - and comprehensive - on the origins, current and past usage, and polling of American Indians on the Redskins name and logo. You can make up your own mind, but do yourself a favor and read this first. https://www.hogshaven.com/2020/7/2/21311270/the-redskins-racism-and-the-future-of-a-franchise
At one point in history the term was used as a racial slur.
What’s also clear is that it did not originate as a slur. Was not adopted by the franchise as a slur. Is not today intended as a slur. And for the vast majority of American Indians is not received as a slur.
What’s also clear is that it did not originate as a slur. Was not adopted by the franchise as a slur. Is not today intended as a slur. And for the vast majority of American Indians is not received as a slur.
Weigh all that however you like. If you still think the Redskins should be cancelled, fine. But know that polls suggest that Washington is the most popular football team among American Indians and the team name has been polled as a source of “pride”. https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2019/08/10/poll-of-native-americans-view-of-redskins-name-finds-proud-most-common-answer/
