isn't this stupid, arkansas university is thinking about changing its mascot b/c its offensive?

Question

I think this is stupid its called the asu indian's.... its been that way for longer than I have been alive what is your opinon on this

Answer 1

By the way Jay,"Rainbows" already belongs to Hawaii. As for the term 'Indians' I can see why it could be offensive being that they are not Indian. Living in Cleveland all of my 24 years I did see the protests against the '95 (Indians vs.Braves) and '97 (Indians vs. Marlins) World Series'. However, I did not see one Native American protesting outside of Jacob's Field or Turner Field. It was all middle aged white people with nothing else better to do. I would take these claims seriously if it were Native Americians that were out there voicing their opinions.

Answer 2

I'm an alum of Hendrix in Conway, AR, and they did the same thing. We were the Hendrix Warriors, and all of our mascot imagery involved a native american figure. Well, no more. Now we've got some guy that looks like one of the Thundercats who is supposed to represent some more ancient version of a warrior.

I understand the idea behind being politically correct. But sometimes, a mascot is just a mascot, you know? I didn't think there was anything offensive about being a Hendrix Warrior just like I don't think there's anything inherently wrong with being an ASU Indian.

Answer 3

I don't know about stupid. Native Americans are a proud people and anyone who uses them as their mascot is disgracing their heritage. I mean, the Cleveland Indians have been considering changing their name for YEARS, and it hasn't happened yet, so I don't know if I would be worried about this. However, do I think that changing their name is really going to make that much of a difference? No, I really don't.

Answer 4

Since Native Americans have absolutely nothing to do with India, I can see why they may not like the term "Indians". So, no, I don't think it's stupid that ASU is trying to change its mascot.

Answer 5

It is stupid but the NCAA is trying to force teams to do that, they tried to make FSU do it, they did it to some small as teams in like Iowa and Dakota and stuff too... Kinda like that one indian at them basketball games in college, wherever they were, that was kinda their mascot and it got banned 4 being offensive.... It's stoopid.... Can't be an individual in this world today, you'll make someone mad and get in trouble... It's BS

Answer 6

Hi Crystal,

We see eye-to-eye on this issue.

It has been the case for all these years, who "all of the sudden" is offended by the mascot for a sports team?

Answer 7

Here in Wisconsin it has been happening all over, seems silly when a vast number of lakes, towns, etc.,. are also named after Indians too.

I really don't understand it myself, I try to, but, since Indians go to the schools and live in the towns, wouldn't it be considered an "Honor"?

Peace be with you :)

Answer 8

People don't have any sense. Just read stuff from the Internet for proof. Sorry. That's life. When you have enough money or enough people, then you will be heard. I hear, but I'm a nobody.

It won't hurt you regardless of the decision. Try to enjoy life. Don't let others ruin it for you.

Answer 9

The will not be allowed to play in important sporting events if they do not. I think it is stupid to be offended by something that should make a person proud. The Irish aren't offended by Notre Dame. My school changed its name too.

Answer 10

my beloved Seminoles of Florida state have been fighting this also. i don't think it should offend anyone since the school choose a mascot that presents their school as powerful, fearless, prideful, and honorable. So if those qualities offend native Americans what doesn't