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backrow · 04-11-2005, 11:55 AM

I have been a Redskin fan since 1967-68, when I was only 16 years old. I have lived long enough to see that the name is now considered by some to be Politically incorrect. I know that LDS owns the rights to the team name "Warriors". Do I want a change, no, but I see the point by those whose heritage is degraded. It has been argued well in here that the name is really potentially offensive to some!

It is all about heritage, and pride. Should we respect others wishes? Absolutely, 100% of the time. Even if it is only a few Native Americans who do feel dis-respected. Could the Washington Redskins lose this court battle? Possibly, but the Native Americans who are offended, would have to prove harm was intended by the Washington Redskins. Then, we would all have to buy products reflective of the new team logo. So marketing would be boosted. That would not be a bad thing, after all, money makes the NFL go 'round!

Would it be easy for me to get used to a new team name? No, after all, I'm not young, and old dogs don't usually learn new tricks. Would I try to adjust if the name did change? Yes. After all, the Browns became the Ravens, the Oilers became the Titans, and both the Chiefs and the cowroids were formerly called by a different name. So change has happened, and precedent has already been set!

So, the question really becomes: If the Redskins are forced to change their name, will you adapt?

04-11-2005, 11:55 AM	#68
backrow The Starter Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: 36.28 x 76.22 Age: 73 Posts: 1,812	Re: This again I have been a Redskin fan since 1967-68, when I was only 16 years old. I have lived long enough to see that the name is now considered by some to be Politically incorrect. I know that LDS owns the rights to the team name "Warriors". Do I want a change, no, but I see the point by those whose heritage is degraded. It has been argued well in here that the name is really potentially offensive to some! It is all about heritage, and pride. Should we respect others wishes? Absolutely, 100% of the time. Even if it is only a few Native Americans who do feel dis-respected. Could the Washington Redskins lose this court battle? Possibly, but the Native Americans who are offended, would have to prove harm was intended by the Washington Redskins. Then, we would all have to buy products reflective of the new team logo. So marketing would be boosted. That would not be a bad thing, after all, money makes the NFL go 'round! Would it be easy for me to get used to a new team name? No, after all, I'm not young, and old dogs don't usually learn new tricks. Would I try to adjust if the name did change? Yes. After all, the Browns became the Ravens, the Oilers became the Titans, and both the Chiefs and the cowroids were formerly called by a different name. So change has happened, and precedent has already been set! So, the question really becomes: If the Redskins are forced to change their name, will you adapt? __________________ '37, '42, '83, '88, '92. Championship!