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StClone

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3. Native Americans want their heritage back

Reply to hlthe2b (Reply #1)

Tue Aug 4, 2020, 09:24 AM

Aug 2020

It took me me some time to realize it is much more than that.

In a loose comparison, Minnesota Norwegians are fond to be associated with the "Viking" label and use by the pro team football is positive. Native Americans do not want their heritage used in most any form of commercial properties, schools, and the like. It is their choice. I feel it is a right they have I will honor.

Derogatory or not, they want to have possession and control of the imagery and names of their heritage.

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Leinenkugel's will retire logo featuring image of Native American woman [View all] riversedge Jul 2020 OP

I assume the Chippewa have requested this and if so, good... hlthe2b Jul 2020 #1

I am not aware of a derogatory use, but I think it best to leave that judgement to the Anashinaabe AllyCat Aug 2020 #2

Native Americans want their heritage back StClone Aug 2020 #3

Not as clear cut. I've actually worked on the issue with Colorado High Schools & not all hlthe2b Aug 2020 #4

Yes, agreed. StClone Aug 2020 #5