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ESPN.com NCAA playoff Indian mascot ban
Now, I'm sure that you all know that I am just about the last person on earth who will defend Florida State - but I really think that this ruling is ridiculous and, yes, insensitive. I know that many school such as FSU and Central Michigan have taken measures to communicate with the tribes and communities so that their mascot is an accurate and positive symbol.
I understand that there are individuals who are offended and the history behind the mascots is not squeaky clean - but schools have taken real strides to be more sensitive to the native American cultures.
The ruling would not affect College Football, incidentally, in that Division 1 football does not have a post season tournament.
8/08/2005
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