This editorial will appear in Wednesday’s print edition.

On the subject of mascots named after American Indians, most of us can probably agree on two points:

• The names weren’t selected to demean Indians. On the contrary, names like “Braves,” “Chiefs” and “Warriors” certainly were adopted because they communicate strength and power. Many sports teams select names that instill a sense of awe, perhaps even to intimidate. After all, few teams are named “Puppies” and “Wimps.”

• Some schools portray their Indian mascot in ways that many today …

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