In my own personal opinion the term "Redskin" is a racial descriptor of Native Americans and I am speaking as one.
I mean come on the term derives from the use of colour to define a people. I'm sorry but identifiers for ethnic groups based upon physical characteristics, including skin colour, are almost universally slurs, or derogatory as one is emphasizing the difference between to people. In today's society I do understand there is a risk of being too politically correct but this should not be case/example as to why.
Now did the Washington Redskins name their team with this in mind. I doubt it, but that should hardly matter. The Cleveland Indians personally I find even more racist and offensive. Same with the Brave fans doing the tomahawk chop.
Native American culture is being used as a mascot - we are real human beings not characterizers for sporting fans amusements.
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