Of the numerous civil rights and social justice issues prevalent within the discourse of the United State , use of Native American mascots and imagery by college and professional athletic teams continues to be a divisive issue within and beyond sport. There are many historical, legal, political, economic, and sociological factors that have been used to explain the origins of Native American team monikers and why they have prevailed over time. There are strong views both in favor of retaining and eliminating this practice, and continued use of team names, mascots, and imagery remains a...Read more
