U.S. patent office cancels Redskins trademark registration, says name is disparaging

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Originally Posted by Kevin

But if 10% of them find something offensive, the full weight and force of the government needs to line up behind a small vocal minority and force billion dollar corporations to make changes?

As MysticCat said, read that article again.

And, yes, the government doesn't need polls and require certain percentages before acting as deemed necessary. Or did you not know that?

Originally Posted by Kevin

And some would consider the term "Indian" offensive.

Just as some people within the diverse cultures and collectives consider the term "Native American" less than desirable because it is a more regional or location title that does not capture the range of cultures, ethnicities, and heritages.

Since you are learning new things, research the reasons behind varied use of "American Indian" and "Native American."