I was reading another article about the controversy surrounding the Redskins name today, this one centered around the skins' unofficial mascot Chief Zee.
And it occurred to me...At this point it would not surprise me is Danny went along with the pressure at some point and changed the name. First of all, as with any logo/uniform change there is the obvious financial windfall assoaciated with schwag sales with the new logo/whatever. Danny likes the $$ so it would be a no brainer on this front.
Changing the name would draw the ire of many long time fans to be sure. But let's face it...the majority would would eventually get over it and step in line like everyone else.
The other win win for Danny would be public opinion. Not only is he hated in DC, but he's seen (accurately) by most people around the country as a spoiled buffoon that knows nothing about football who is driving the team into the ground. What better PR move to repair the public perception than to ditch a trademark that is seen not only as offensive to native americans and many others but also outdated and out of touch with the times? It's a move that would also provide a huge smoke screen to the larger issue, that being a floundering disfunctional club that is losing its grip on its fanbase.
Thoughts?
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