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Originally posted by ChaosDST
If the Native American community was a more visible force and collectively expressed discontent, consistently moving toward getting such terms and images abolished, there may be change. But, since the Native American community is relatively small, other groups must combine forces for this type of massive social change. This has yet to happen to a degree of consistency and influence.
The general consensus among Americans is that "these are just sports teams, no harm done," "Native Americans aren't angry, we're honoring their heritage," "If THEY were really mad...where are the protests?" and my favorite..."Well, my FRIEND (one person) is Native American and SHE sees nothing wrong (as if ONE person speaks for MANY)."
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i agree with you on both of these statements. Although i disagree with Rev. Jackson on some issues, i think that he is an extremely effective leader for the AfAm community.
The thing that the NA community lacks the most are these charismatic, high-profile leaders. We have our share of leaders, but none as highly visible as Rev. Jackson.
Kitso
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