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Why not ask the vast majority of Native Americans about how they feel about their names, signs and symbols being used for sports teams-each a form of simulated warfare? We're not talking about the "screaming Mimis" minority who also think "manhole" covers are offensive, the word "seminar" is sexist and their ilk.
The Native Americans, as I understand it, are not opposed to respectful depictions of the symbols from their ancestors, but are opposed to the hackneyed caricatures and stereotype-driven mishmash. The tribes near DC, I hear, are not opposed to the Redskins, because the logo on the helmet is a dignified looking amalgam of the local tribes.
The Seminoles, as I understand it, have a good relationship with the Florida State administration.
In other words, the NCAA hierarchy should keep their noses out of areas where they don't belong. Let the individual schools speak with nearby tribal representatives and deal with the issue locally on a case by case basis.
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