Should the NCAA remove all Native American mascots, why or why not?
The use of Native American mascots in sports has become a contentious issue in the United States and Canada. Americans have had a history of “playing Indian” that dates back to at least the 1700s. Many individuals admire the heroism and romanticism evoked by the classic Native American image, but many too view the use of mascots as both offensive and demeaning (especially amongst Native Americans). Despite the concerns that have been raised, many Native American mascots are still used in American sports from the elementary to the professional level.
I feel they should not change because these organizations have had the names since their inceptions. Nobody would name a team after something they have no respect for so I would have to believe that they were chosen to honor Native Americans so I would assume the intent was tribute Only now that we have become a nation that has an unrelenting goal of being politically correct it is an issue.
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