Redskins name lacks honor, distinction

The Native American is not devoid of feelings and passions. Throughout the pages of white American history, the Native American has been depicted and characterized as a savage emotionless warmonger wearing feathers and a painted face. In fact, he bleeds red, has a heart, feels emotions and sheds tears like any other human being.

I appreciated the June 25 article regarding Attorney Stephen Baird's perseverance and determination to cause the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to cancel the federal trademark of the National Football League's Washington football team. Even though the appellate process may take years to resolve the matter, I have satisfaction in knowing the wheels are turning.

I have seen and read many ignorant viewpoints regarding the Redskin name. They claim it is not racist. I beg to differ. How would other races of people react to insensitive team names? Suppose the Baltimore Ravens owner decided a name change and called them Baltimore Blackskins or how about Washington Palefaces? What about Los Angeles Yellowskins?

An article was submitted stating 'Common sense no longer applies” regarding the same June 25 story. The writer alluded to the Minnesota Vikings and the unfair depiction of barbarous Norwegian ancestors. I fail to see any similarity in this case.

I don't have any problems with names that carry distinction and honor, such as Washington Warriors or Braves or Chiefs. Their current logo is a proud image and I certainly have no issue with it. It is time for a name change.

Spencer G.

Lone Tree

A Ho-Chunk Tribal Member of Wisconsin

Postville