The recent national debate over racism has renewed calls for the NFL’s Washington Redskins to change their name, with Native American advocates believing the climate is right for action despite no evidence owner Dan Snyder is considering it. A Redskins spokesman said the team had no comment, while the NFL did not immediately respond to questions about the future of the name. “How do you poll the use of the ‘N-word?’” said Oneida Indian Nation Representative Ray Halbritter, leader of the “Change the Mascot” campaign. Initiatives like Change the Mascot and IllumiNative also protest against other Native American team names, mascots and traditions besides the Redskins. It's unclear if recent events have shifted the thinking of Snyder, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell or other owners.

Source: Fox News June 18, 2020 00:00 UTC