Baseball and the Civil War
No sport looms larger in the public consciousness or historical memory than baseball. Many see the sport as an embodiment of American nationalism.
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Why a Mascot Matters
In the last year, the Washington Redskins lost their logo copyright on the grounds that it was slur to Native Americans. This made many football fans irate, including Washington Redskin’s owner Daniel Snyder who claims that the team name is a term of honor and respect. Why is this a big deal? What does it… MORE