Redskins Win In Appeals Court

First off, I am a die hard Skins fan. Because I am not Native American, I can not comment as to whether or not the name "Redskins" is offensive. However I can see how the term "red skins", if seen similar to it's usage on old westerns, could be viewed as derogatory. I also can understand Snyder unwillingness to change his branding as a business decision. If I was forced to make a decision, I would probably rule against ALL sports/business franchises' being able to use racial/ethnic caricatures or symbols. I liken it to having teams named the "San Francisco Spooks" or the "Pittsburgh Pale Faces". I think these names would never be tolerated. Who are we to judge another nationality on how they feel towards their likeness or culture being used?

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Finally, some real news. Not the most exciting news, but still. Here's a link for those interested:

Redskins Insider - Appeals Court Upholds Ruling for Skins (http://voices.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider/court-upholds-decision-for-ski.html)

I do find it ironic that this decision is being made by the US government, who probably wronged Native Americans more than anyone else.

I really agree with you.

Some people just want to take trivial issues and try to impose their beliefs on them to make it seem like they've made a some kind of impact on the world around them.

If you are that put out by the name of the team then I suggest you don't cheer for them. It's a much cheaper solution and I won't have to have your beliefs imposed on me.

NO, not close!
To many Native Americans ...the word Redskin ...has the same connotation as the "N" word does for African Americans ,to them it's not trivial.........not by a long shot!

Washington Warriors.

Just doesn't sound right.

How bout , Washington Indians..?

NO, not close!
To many Native Americans ...the word Redskin ...has the same connotation as the "N" word does for African Americans ,to them it's not trivial.........not by a long shot!

To many it's not a big deal

'Redskins' mascot acceptable, poll says - NFC East- nbcsports.msnbc.com (http://nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/6093796/)

The Buccaneers are pirates.

There are still actual pirates roaming around the coast of Somolia inflicting terrible damage and destruction. Families lives have been altered tramatically by these pirates and they should not be revered.

I am offended by this name and encourage everyone to take it up with your local state and federal officials.


I am also the same dumbass who wants to change the Redskins name.

(Sorry a bit of role play there. I know for a fact that I am bias I just think that name changing has no relevence to people)

To many it's not a big deal

'Redskins' mascot acceptable, poll says - NFC East- nbcsports.msnbc.com (http://nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/6093796/)

I understand that but to a growing number it is.

Hope the skins can keep winning these appeals. Theres nothing wrong with any of the teams names, especially the redskins. Just like the buccaneers, its just a name of a team and nothing more. Yes there are pirates for real into days world, but the name is not making these men who call themselves pirates, do the crimes they are committing. Its the people themselves. Just like the gun issues, guns don't kill people, people kill people.

Long live the name WASHINGTON REDSKINS!!!!!!!!!!!!

if anyone is interested.


The Demise and Removal of the Washington Redskins Logo Petition (http://www.petitiononline.com/wr3s6651/petition.html)