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Atlanta Braves name change, views on tomahawk chop and chant are
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The Cleveland Indians changed their team name β what's holding
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Native American mascot debate: Braves, Blackhawks won't follow
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The Atlanta Braves want to help preserve the native Cherokee
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Braves plan to discuss tomahawk chop with American Indians - ICT News
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White House urges 'conversation' about Braves name change after
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Atlanta Braves not following same path as Redskins and Indians
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Atlanta Braves give no indication of considering name change
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Braves shelve foam tomahawks 'out of respect' for Cardinals
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Georgia native tribes chiefs: Braves tomahawk chop inappropriate
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Atlanta Braves on X: As part of our commitment to build
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Sports Teams Condemn Racism, Yet Keep Using Racist Names
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Braves Pivot from 'Tomahawk Chop' Chant After a Cardinal's
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After the End of Native Mascots