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RetireTheChief
"Hinton," 3/1/2007
(Chief opinion: For)
It is truly a time for mourning. The Chief has been a symbol of perseverance, strength, and loyalty for decades, and stands as a tribute to the American Indian in his finest tradition. The Chief states, silently, but eloquently, that although we may be defeated, we will not be vanquished. There is a difference.I abhor the word "mascot" when it comes to the Chief. He is truly a symbol of what we should respect as Americans, regardless of race, creed or color. I pray that we are never asked to salute an acorn or a tree twig prancing along the sidelines as a politically correct icon.
The American Indian did not win a victory with this decision; he suffered yet another defeat. Those few American Indian protesters who were highlighted in this ignoble quest were influenced by close-minded people who demand adherence to their unrealistic perception of equality. There will be an emptiness now, and then regret.
I truly hope that this missive is not answered with indignant reprisals. It is simply my way of saying that I revere the American Indian, and racism is not the issue. Hail to the Chief.
"Hinton," via the web.