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Indians to discuss potential name change with Native American groups
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Changing the Indians team name would recognize both the name's racist history and how a plurality of Native Americans see it
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Native American groups applaud Cleveland Indians name change to 'Guardians' - ABC7 Chicago
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Indians to meet with Native Americans on name change
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The Cleveland Indians announce new team name before Washington - Hogs Haven
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Indians to meet with Native Americans on name change
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Cleveland Indians start name change process
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Cleveland Indians To Play Final Game Before Name Change
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The Cleveland Indians Need to Do More Than Change the Team's Name
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Cleveland Indians manager says it's time to change the team name