Washingtonians had hailed to the Redskins for generations, showing their pride on the Gridiron and just about everywhere else. Yet, some think their true colors are racist. Once cheered to scalp their rivals by a band that lead a fight for Old Dixie, the Redskins changed their tune in the early 60's, but kept a name that offended some native Americans. One group, backed by the National Congress of American Indians took on the team, petitioning to cancel the Redskin's trademark and remove powerful federal protection for the team's name and insignia. The Redskins defended a name they've used for generations even if some find it offensive, they registered their trademark back in the 60's, but time ran out on their rivals. Did the home team win? The fans wouldn't hail to the Redskins. The trademark office found the 'R' Word offensive and decided to cancel the team's trademark. The team called timeout. But since there is no time limit on such challenges the appeals Court let the case continue in the Court System. Unless the team can pull an upset, they can still play around with the "R" word, but may have to do so without the R in a circle. For the Legal Television Network, I am Irwin Kramer.
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