In These Times

I equate the word "Redskin" to the word "Nigger." Would the Washington team "honor" African Americans by calling their team the Wahington Niggers? I think not! Growing up, "Redskin" was one of the kinder terms hurled at me and my fellow students. It is a shame that so few Americans, including American Indians, know very little of the true history of this country. Another common "white" word is "squaw" which refers to female genitalia. I can think of many English words that could be substituted for this "honoring" word and always smile when I think of the public outcry if all …

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