​The National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) issued a resolution opposing use of Native American names for teams, mascots, and logos. A January 2013 NCAI article discusses the need for a name change for the Washington, DC NFL team.

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The January 2013 Washington Post article Redskins name change should be discussed, Vincent Gray says shows that the mayor of the nation's capital is supportive of the NCAI's position. What’s in a name? The Redskins’ bad karma, a January 2013 Washington Post article said that on February 7 the National Museum of the American Indian would hold a symposium on use of racist stereotypes and cultural appropriation in American sports.

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The Nations' capital has yet to decide if it will retain as the name of its football the epithet most offensive to Native Americans or honor their wish to rename the time to show respect for their history, rights, needs, and feelings. The DC mayor has taken a strong position on renaming the team. The city may find that it brings disgrace to itself and the nation if it fails to honor the wishes of the NCAI and NMAI on this important and sensitive issue. The nation needs a new tradition and collaboration if we are to survive!​

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In February 2013, the New York Times article Redskins Address the Name Issue (but Not Directly) pointed out that the team is still dodging this issue. Click the graphic on the right below to go to the site of the DC mayor's office. On the site, select "Contact the Mayor"  from the drop-down under "Executive Office of the Mayor" if you would like to send an email to express your opinion. Mayor Gray supports renaming the NFL team, but is under a lot of pressure for his position now.

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This is a pivotal time -- a Tipping Point. It may take just a few emails to turn the tide!

 

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