Article: Mascots in the middle: should Native American mascots be benched?(NEWS DEBATE)

It could be "game over" for some school mascots. Lawmakers in Oregon are considering a proposal to ban Native American mascots from schools. The rule would affect schools with team names such as Warriors, Indians, and Braves.

Some people say the mascots create stereotypes. A stereotype is an idea that all members of a group are alike. Others say the mascots honor Native Americans. WR News' student reporters Christina Grillo and Andrew Steinkoenig each took a side.

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NO!

Mascots can be portrayed respectfully.

High schools should be allowed to keep Native American mascots. Mascots are only meant to rally a ...

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