The fight to remove the Washington Redskins nickname just became a bit more intense as major online marketplace Etsy has banned the sale of items using the team name and/or logo.
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While many publications no longer use the moniker, there hasn’t been much action in regards to actual marketplace items. That will change with Etsy’s recent announcement which will likely lead to other companies following suit.
"Like the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, we at Etsy find the opinion of the minority group itself to carry most weight in determining whether the mascot is disparaging. In no uncertain terms, Native American groups have consistently advocated and litigated that the term “redskin(s)” is disparaging and damaging to Native Americans. Therefore, it will no longer be permitted in our marketplace."
While the removal of the name isn’t directly tied to the Washington Redskins, Etsy is aware many will take it that way and also made an announcement to the fan base.
"We understand that fans wish to support their favorite football team, and we do not believe that fans who are attached to the mascot have any racist feeling or intent. We also understand that some fans view the name and mascot as an homage to Native Americans, and we do not doubt their noble intent, but the fact remains that Native Americans themselves find the term unacceptable."
Etsy will still allow items with the team location and/or colors but items that have the Washington Redskins name or logo will be removed from the online marketplace.
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