I think the Florida State Seminoles are a perfect example of this tbh.
Florida State actually partners with the tribe and IIRC all people who perform as mascots must live with the tribe for a summer and learn all their customs to ensure that their representation isn't disrespectful.
That's why its perfectly OK for FL state to use a native American as a mascot, but not OK for Cleveland to do so.
Artnunymisss on January 31st, 2021 at 16:18 UTC »
It’s the difference between celebrating WITH someone versus on top of them.
ya-boi-mees on January 31st, 2021 at 16:30 UTC »
it technically belongs here, but not quite? I feel like its more "informing" than "disproving"
whyliepornaccount on January 31st, 2021 at 17:33 UTC »
I think the Florida State Seminoles are a perfect example of this tbh.
Florida State actually partners with the tribe and IIRC all people who perform as mascots must live with the tribe for a summer and learn all their customs to ensure that their representation isn't disrespectful.
That's why its perfectly OK for FL state to use a native American as a mascot, but not OK for Cleveland to do so.