Native American Guardians Association is calling to bring back the Redskins name to Washington

According to Bounding Into Sports, the Native American Guardians Association (NAGA) has threatened to organize a nationwide boycott of the NFL’s Washington Commanders should they not revert back to their historical team name, the Washington Redskins.

Here is the statement from NAGA:

“The name ‘Redskins’ carries deep cultural, historical, and emotional significance, honoring the bravery, resilience, and warrior spirit associated with Native American culture. It was never intended as a derogatory or offensive term but as a symbol of respect and admiration.

“Changing the name abruptly disregards the positive legacy that the Redskins name has built over the years and disorients the passionate fans who have invested their emotions, time, and unwavering support in the team.

“The name ‘Commanders’ fails to capture the essence, tradition, and historical weight associated with the Redskins. It lacks the uniqueness, emotional connection, and pride that our team’s original name embodies.

“At this moment in history, we are formally requesting that the team revitalize its relationship with the American Indian community by (i) changing the name back to ‘The Redskins’ which recognizes America’s original inhabitants and (ii) using the team’s historic name and legacy to encourage Americans to learn about, not cancel, the history of America’s tribes and our role in the founding of this Great Nation.”

NAGA has spent years fighting efforts to rename schools and mascots that are named after Native Americans, with mixed results.

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