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I think there is a place for using Indian themes as mascots. The Sioux are a strong part of the history of that region (otherwise pretty bland in the upper Midwest), and naming a team the Sioux, the Chiefs, etc. doesn't bother me personally (but, you know, I'm as Middle America white as they come). It goes over the edge for me when it's comical or unquestionably negative. Redskins? Really? I think the correlation between Vikings and Sioux could be made. On the other hand, if the Sioux in the area are offended, then I can see the school changing the mascot. But saying people aren't allowed to talk about it? That's ludicrous. A healthy discussion about race and the words/images we use every day that are racist (but maybe we didn't even realize it), can only expand our world view. The problem is those discussions are uncomfortable and there's usually no way to come out of it without looking like a douche.
I just thought of a name for them that made me chuckle. Would they see The Frackers as offensive?
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