Mascots

sport, at every level of competition, have a mascot. It is the mascot that represents the competitive spirit and team identity, motivating players and fans alike. Does the symbol chosen have any impact on whether a team wins or loses? Unlikely. But the choice of a Native American mascot continues to ignite debate and controversy among athletes, fans and alumni, as well as those people who might otherwise be disinterested in sports. Utilizing an Indian mascot is nothing more than a veiled attempt at

Should Native Americans be represented as mascots? No, a race should not be represented as a mascot. In many cultures this would be found as offensive. With people painting their faces and doing false warcries. Wearing headdresses and imitation beads. The Native American race has had quite enough. Native Americans should not be represented as mascots. Even though they say they are representing us and spreading culture, I find that hard to believe. For example, the NFL sports team, the Redskins

These teams have the logo and mascots be the Native Americans. The Chicago Blackhawks logo is an image of a Sauk chief. The chief fought to defend his land in Illinois, but was kicked out. So why should they have the Chiefs face as their logo because they kicked him out it’s not because

jokes and have been for some time. Many try to argue that Native American mascots should be looked at as a symbol of respect and that they’re honoring their rich culture, some flat out say it’s senseless humor and that they shouldn’t be offended by it. But what many people fail to realize is that costumes, mascots, imitations, and jokes are all dehumanizing and extremely offensive. Sports teams with Native American mascots contribute heavily to the dehumanizing of Native Americans by associating

schools and sports organizations ban the use of controversial mascots and nicknames? I think we definitely should change mascots for schools and organizations. Many Native Americans think so as well. Although some mascots portray strength and quality of America, schools and sports organizations should ban the use of controversial mascots and nicknames because they are offensive, stereotypical, and racist. First, they should ban these mascots because native Americans feel really offended by these. For

many Native Americans think it is a disparagement. Many people think they should be allowed, but it is a big debate. Native American team mascots can be cool; however, it can be insulting, propagate stereotypes, and trivialize injustices. Native American team names are insulting, and mock Indian cultures. First, a lot of Indian tribes view these mascots and names as offensive and a ridicule of their culture. They tease Indians for being primitive, and uncivilized. They scorn them for being

1.Is the use of Native American mascots/ nicknames a thing of honor and pride or a stereotype of Native Nations. For many years colleges and professional sports organizations made the choice to select a mascot with relations to Native Americans, some being more noticeable and others being a bit sneaky with their name. But nicknames for these organizations are often used without being affiliated with a Native Nation, like the Redskins, Chiefs, Warriors, Tribe, and Indians. While other organizations

Indian Mascots vs Racial Discrimination Do you feel having Indian mascots for sports teams take part in racial discrimination? In the sports world, representing a Native American is showing honor and respect. In society, communities take it as offensive and racist towards Native Americans. The government recognizes the positive representation of Indians and has given them more rights than state citizens. Considering the history, what it means, and general attitude, Indian mascots should be allowed

American Commission, Jack Shakley, in his argument, “Indian Mascots-You’re Out!” disputes whether Native American mascots should be allowed to be the face of American sports teams. Shakley’s purpose is to convey the idea that is insensitive to have Native Americans as mascots. Jack Shakley uses a passionate tone to show readers that not only is using a Native American mascot racist, but it is wrong and should be changed to a less offensive mascot. Shakley starts off using pathos to the readers by telling

Native Americans as Sports Team Mascots Through American history prejudice, racial discrimination, and other forms of racism have been constant in the mistreatment of Native Americans. Through the actions of genocide, displacement, slavery, and other heinous acts, Native Americans still are being racially profiled as savages and being seen as primitive people. Several professional sports teams use Native American people or icons as their mascots. By doing this they are misrepresenting the indigenous