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Originally Posted by strombad
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Try not to take it so personally, strom. Vulcan said they hated being called Redskins and I just said nobody is doing such a thing.
In regards to the article which quotes the same guy who abhors the term, only the American Heritage Dictionary editors clearly state it to be acceptable. The Cherokee writer says its ok, but that the actual tribe is preferred as it is respectful and not a simplification of who they are.
Then she correctly points out "What matters in the long run is not which term is used but the intention with which it is used." Looking at the origin of Redskin and the fact that the entire organization is named for this term would lead one to believe that the intention is certainly not to offend or to be a joke. This name identifies not only the players, but all personnel involved including the front office/owners. It is meant to symbolize strength, bravery, loyalty, etc.