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Anonymous, 3/2/2007
U/I past and ongoing racism will be forever recorded in history. In living memory blacks were excluded ...
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Anonymous(3), 2/23/2007
I am Native American .. and I was saddened to see my Native American culture be stereotyped and
used as other people's entertainment ... being honorable to the culture doesn't include someone
dancing some fake dance on a basketball court ...
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"Dee," 2/23/2007
It seems [chief supporters] are reverting to negative demeaning words and threats of loss
of money to the university. Sad ...
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"Peter Kriz," 2/18/2007
The defense of this cartoon character is deeply shameful. That the administrators and the Board of Trustees of UI held out ...
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"Valdora Wyacko proud member of the Apache Nation," 6/03/2006
By the use of this mascot, the University of Illinois is basically spitting on the faces and family
of the most respected warriors and children of the creator ...
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"M. Bendert," 5/19/2006
It is sad, really, that we are still having this debate, so many years after it started. I'm a UIUC alum, class of 200
3, and this was an old, divisive debate when I was a freshman...
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"Nikki," 4/21/2006
What I clearly don't understand, is how can the people who exterminated a race honor them by mockery? ...
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"NativeILLusioN," 3/21/2006
With statements like "Indians, get a life", it's hard to even think about taking
that side of the story's opinion seriously ...
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"NativeILLusioN," 3/08/2006
if you want to 'remember' us, LEARN about us, Americans in general are lazy ...
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"NativeILLusioN," 2/24/2006
CB brings up a great point, i am only 16, and as you can see, many letter have been sent...there used to be schools with the mascotts (sorry to use this, but it must) "The Chink's", in the suburbs of Illinois......[more]
"CB," 1/08/2006
Anyone who say that the chief is not racist or steroetypical is either dumb or racist themselves
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"Cherihaney," 9/24/2005
You know that racism is a learned behavior, why are you letting this behavior get out of hand? In the classroom, in the churches, in the workforce, and now you want to honor us out on the sports field? Where is your dignity?
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"dnieto@ku.edu," 9/07/2005
Use of Indian mascots indeed create hostile environment in schools. Elementary school children (including my own) suffer self-esteem and ridicule by those who understand the issue of mascots the least.
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Anonymous, Sep. 7, 2005
Elementary school children (including my own) suffer self-esteem and ridicule by
those who understand the issue of mascots the least ...
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"Pensmoke mpensmoke," 8/25/2005
What gets me about the people who support indian mascots is that they try to compare us to animal mascots as a defense
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"Pensmoke," Aug. 25, 2005
We don't speak for the Fighting Irish fans or for Irish people
because it's not our place. The same way it's not your place to
tell Indian people they should not be offended by mascots
like "chief illiniwek" or the "redskins" ...
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"NativeILLusioN aka TrybaL," Aug. 16, 2005
It is an embarrasment for sports to even consider
accepting racially demeaning mascots. Period.
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"NativeILLusioN aka TrybaL," 8/16/2005
its not a question of wheather the mascot is right or wrong, its a question on who wants to make a change for the better
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Ben Sturges, Aug. 16, 2005
...yet we remain, camped out in campustown despite taunts and threats ...
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Steve Childs, Aug. 6, 2005
Eventually, white America will see the light (or at least be cognizant of the light);
hopefully sooner than later. But realistically, I don't see change coming until it is forced ..
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"BRYSON WILLIS," 4/22/2005
i think that the mascot issue is a worthy cause, i am native a american from reno, nv.
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"lsheltoncaine," 4/02/2005
I just want people to really understand and be sensitive to the issue and how is makes many Americans feel when Chief Illiniwek does that dance.
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"Amit Sen," 3/31/2005
For God's sake, this is not OUR culture. This is someone else's culture. If they say it's offensive, let's be honest enough to admit that they are the ones who should know which depictions are harmful
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"LW," 3/31/2005
This is the nature of our society now, it's ok to pork-fun
at anyone as long as it's not us. I have long been oppose
to naming a team after a race of people
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"mhdeer," 3/31/2005
Enter your message here.
If the University of Illinois want to honor someone from their area. President Abraham Lincoln was a famous Illinois resident, practiced law there before he became president, Why not honor him? Have a college student walk around on stilts wearing a long black coat with a tall hat. I think that is appropriate to honor him. All the indigeneous Indian tribes that were originally from the Illinois area were either massacred or moved to other areas. Why honor a "Chief" who was regarded as a savage and killed. I think it would be much more prestigious to honor a past president.
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"A Manca, '90," 3/31/2005
If we were called the Illinois Freedom Fighters and had a tradition consisting of African Americans (or whites in blackface) coming out during a half-time show and doing a slave dance then breaking their chains, we would be outraged
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"tmk," 3/31/2005
My inner faith tells me it is wrong to continue a tradition that discriminates, that perpetrates erroneous images that are more powerful than words
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"TT," 3/31/2005
Why doesn't the school change to the UI Africans, Mexicans, or Asians? Or, maybe the Whites cloaked in a Nazi uniform or Klan outfit, that's about equal to the erroneous projection you make about native peoples
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Steen Lawson, 3/31/2005
This is one UI grad strongly against the chief yet still a huge fan of our teams. Living in a state with a large Native American population my views get a more simpathetic ear
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"Wanitu wakuwa," 3/30/2005
I am of Nakota, Dakota, Lakota Oyate, I find the Chief to be very offensive ...
To me the eagle feathers are as sacred as the cross is to a Christian ...
I would NEVER dishonor anothers religion as I believe each others religions and lifeways should be honored and respected ...
I'll pray for a healthy respectful solution for all thos involved in this issue
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Bill McCall, Mar. 24, 2005
I think it's time to let the chief go ...
most other schools have already dealt with this issue.
I am class of 69.
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"A proud Dakota woman," Mar. 21, 2005
After reading through some of the comments on this page, it saddens me
the amount of hate that truly resonates from people's comments. The emails
speak for themselves on the blatant racism from these pro-chief
comments ... they resort to ridicule, mockery and disdain to a
people they "say" they are only honoring.
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Jeff R., Mar. 19, 2005
I found one of my own top 10 lists to give to you. Think about how
stupid these questions sound and then ponder why we are asked
similar questions on a daily basis. This is just a tiny glimpse into
how mainstream America has attempted to turned American Indians into
a novelty ...
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"TrybaL," Mar. 17, 2005
When I was at the last 'band day' at U of I ... it was fun, but when
the chief came out after we played, I was literally about to go tackle
him ... why must you incorporate our faces into sports?
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Anonymous, Mar. 17, 2005
I think that it is disgraceful, disrespectful and racist for
the University of Illinois to continue to use a mascot that
is offensive to the Native American people ...
I think that all those who stubbornly refuse to honor and respect
Native American people are an embarrassment to civilized humanity.
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Sherry Wenzel, Mar. 15, 2005
If the supposed "mascot" was a Watsui or Zulu warrior carrying
a spear and jumping up and down ........ how long would it take for
them (University of Illinois trustees) to ban the mascot? 10 seconds?
15 seconds?
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WMVasquez, Mar. 11, 2005
For those who have felt the pain of racism, this is wrong; For
those who know not the pain, this is acceptable ...
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TW, Mar. 9, 2005
There isn't any honor in using Indian People as Mascots.
I don't care how old this one is ...
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Nyah-Wheh Migwetch, Mar. 7, 2005
I feel that the retire the chief issue is a great cause.
I don't understand how people can see anything honorable about the chief or
any indian Mascot ...
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"NativeILLusioN," Dec. 22, 2004
When people think that a PEOPLE are a mascot, that is the problem. and
when you say 'honoring us', well, WE DON'T WANT THE 'HONOR',
why not honor us in other ways?
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"NativeILLusioN," Oct. 15, 2004
If it even raises a question about being racist or something negative about it,
then it should be a closed book, find something else to have as a mascot ...
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Anonymous, Oct. 5, 2004
I see that the mascot is offensive. I know of the religious belief
for the use of feathers and dances ...
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Paul FourHorns, Oct. 1, 2004
Chief supporters say
the Chief is a harmless honoring of Native Americans. I say, why do they
only single out one race for this honor? I propose a harmless honoring
of ALL the colors found on campus ...
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Waubanokwe, Sep. 24, 2004
People who are pro for the "honor" of the Indians, refer to
Chief Illini's charades as a tribute and memorial to our state's
Indian heritage ...
I am native and a graduate of the U of I ...
I am ashamed of this school for trying to preserve the honor of the
Native American and their ceremonies...
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Anonymous, Sep. 23, 2004
Would trading in the Fighting Illini and the chief for the Fighting
Clergymen and the pope be something [chief supporters] would feel good
about? They could have some college student dress in an outfit that
resembles that of the the pope and perhaps perform a little mass at
half-time ...
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Aly, Sep. 21, 2004
Any fool could look around and
realize American Indians aren't running around in moccasins, wearing
headdresses and yelling out battle cries. They're regular people ...
this mascot is demeaning a culture and a people.
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"NativeILLusioN," Sep. 21, 2004
I really am saddened when me and my people cannot get the respect we
deserve, i mean, people say "its a tradition", but ...
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(author is 15 years old)
David Clark, July 13, 2004
As an educator and scholar, and as a subject of the Sac and Fox
First Nations from
near Tama, Iowa, and descendent of the Potawatomi First Nations in Shawnee,
Oklahoma, I support all efforts to retire Chief Illiniwek and
the "Fighting Illini" name.
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Dolly, June 16, 2004
I heard about the I Resist protest on WILL. I support your efforts, and I
hope you're including TE-Shurt ...
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Theodora, Thursday May 6, 2004
I attend WWU in Bellingham, WA ... we watched a video today, "In whose honor"
... I was most moved by the ignorance and lack of respect ...
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G.E.B., April 20, 2004
From reading the pro-Chief letters, I find that they seem
to have run out of effective arguments and have resorted to
personal attacks ...
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Mark T., Mar. 10, 2004
If we want to get rid of the chief, we should be suggesting an alternative...
It would be interesting if the various organizations that oppose
Illiniwek held a contest for suggesting an alternative mascot.
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R. F., Feb. 25, 2004
[When] did human rights become a matter of popular vote!
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A. M., Feb. 9, 2004
I loved the moment when the chief broke through the band and did his thing.
But I don't feel that way anymore. I think the time is long past where such
things are appropriate or acceptable.
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L. V., Jan. 26, 2004
It is only within the past couple of months that I have realized how blinded I have
been to this subject.
Not only had I been blind to the mascot issue, but I had been blind to the
issue of the use of cultural symbols entirely.
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K. Miranda, Jan. 19, 2004
In this day and age, why can't the school understand that Chief Illiniwek
is offensive and disrespectful? Why can't the school see it's own
hypocrisy by claiming to respect culture and diversity ...
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T. Garza, Dec. 2003
By using this cardboard cut-out of an Indian in such a public way,
the university drowns out the attempts of real natives to
express their genuine humanity,
and to show their real, true dignity. It says,
in effect, 'as far as Indians go,
we prefer our version' ...
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R. Ostrodka, Nov. 14
Wind and brass musicians ... used their
instruments to tomahawk-chop the air. Some spectators followed their
lead and tomahawk-chopped ...
Retire the chief. It is disingenuous to claim that any honor is involved.
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R. Ostrodka, Nov. 12
I spent much of this afternoon on-line, going from link to link ...
The words most frequently used were: racist, demeaning, inaccurate,
humiliating, etc ...
I hope to be just one more voice calling on the Trustees to do the
right thing. Would you please pass it on?
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Alvin White
No one else mentions Seminole tribal endorsement because it doesn't exist!
What you have is one (possibly corrupt) leader of the Seminole tribe who endorses the
use of "Osceola" as a means of scoring points with political leaders in the state of Florida...
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Marlowe Thorne
I do not see [that] any mention has been made in the letters on this
website of the September, 1999 special emphasis visit to the University
of Illinois ... the report [in part] states: "Moreover there is no doubt in the
team's mind that the continued controversy is having a negative effect on the educational
effectiveness of the UIUC..."
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Debbie Reese
I was wrong. Once I got here, odd things began to happen. In class, I self-identified myself
as Pueblo Indian. The response was always "what do you think about the mascot?" With greater
frequency, I began to receive invitations to dance for various groups ...
I'd explain that our dance is not for entertainment, but a form of prayer.
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"cn," 8/18/2007
Why is your website up and running...
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"Tim Mc.," 4/21/2007
This is response to anti-chief letter writer Dee wondering how the illini tribe became extinct. From everything
I can find ...
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"Nellie," 3/18/2007
Guess what? the Board did not get rid of the chief for your well-thought-out reasons, they did it
to get MORE MONEY ...
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Anonymous, 3/14/2007
I understand that the person that was dancing was a White man in an Indian costume doing a dance that wasn't authentic, but would you have had different feelings if the person dancing was Native American ...
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"Class of '70," 3/13/2007
... next step MUST be banishing the name Fighting Illini. It too is derogatory
(as is the name of the University and state ...
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Anonymous, 3/11/2007
You people ...
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"Bill F.," 3/8/2007
This political correctness has got to stop. You hit the nail on the head, Lynne, when you concluded that it's
this force-feeding ...
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Anonymous, 3/3/2007
If Native American tribes are so apalled by the dance as it being a form of entertainment, then we should respect their arguement ...
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"Hinton," 3/1/2007
The Chief states, silently, but eloquently, that although we may be defeated, we will not be vanquished ...
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Anonymous, 3/1/2007
I feel sorry for all the men, past and present, who have performed the halftime traditional dance with such dignity ...
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Anonymous, 2/27/2007
DO NOT give up the battle. The CHIEF stands for so much. He is all about the good ...
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"NT," 2/25/2007
Soon ... the U of I will be the Illinois Orange, but then again someone might become offended at that,
why even have a mascot?
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"J," 2/25/2007
[Illiniwek] is a symbol to the state and the University ... and anyone who thinks otherwise
is unacceptably ignorant!
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"John Brinkmann," 2/24/2007
If it can be proven to me for fact that a majority of descendants of the Illini Tribes oppose the presence
of "The Chief", then by all means, it's removal has been the right call ...
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Anonymous(2), 2/23/2007
Hope you are happy :)
"Mr. Clark," 2/23/2007
As 3rd graders, we were awe struck. We were introduced to the idea that our
state has a great deal of Native American heritage ...
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"Brad Doty," 2/22/2007
You have just taken another step along the way of removing the last vestiges of
the Native Americans from the face of the Earth ...
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"D," 2/22/2007
If only the anit-Chief movement would have put their efforts to a truly noble and helpful cause ...
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Anonymous(3), 2/22/2007
Any one who hates the chief is an idiot. Especially the jerks who think he has done them "harm" ...
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"Mark," 2/22/2007
I'm [Irish] ... and now, a handful of generations later, we are hanging out at Country Clubs drinking Mai Tais
while the Native Americans are drinking $2 whiskey in the back of a casino ...
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Anonymous(2), 2/22/2007
Every Illini fan died a lot yesterday. It isn't like Chief Illiniwek goes around during the game
and does ridiculous things ...
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"Chicago Supports The Chief," 2/22/2007
I think it is funny how everyone can play a race card when they want something ...
I hope the Alum stop supporting the U of I ...
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"Jill," 2/22/2007
I would like one [anti-chief] person to give a well reasoned, factually based explanation
of why the chief is so offensive . Please do not simply say it's "racist" ...
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"Proud Iowa Hawkeye," 2/22/2007
My sympathies to your fine university and all its supporters upon the loss of this grand symbol ...
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Anonymous, 2/22/2007
I agree we should rename the state of Illinois to Lincoln. I do not want to be a racist ...
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"Chad Harrison," 2/22/2007
Once again we bow to the Gods of political correctness ... I've never once heard a demeaning word
said about native Americans because of the Chief ...
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Anonymous(7), 2/21/2007
Have you watched the dance conducted at the games? There is nothing disgraceful at all about the dance. It is done with the utmost respect ...
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"David Phoenix," 2/21/2007
I am very sad today, not because the Chief is being retired, but because the narrow mindedness of the political correctness "crowd" has destroyed an honorable ...
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"Not Bill Clinton," 2/21/2007
Try the ban the seminole, and unlike the uptight liberal board of trustees, the
seminole nation would kick your a--es ...
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Anonymous(6), 2/21/2007
Since the chief wont be there anymore i guess i will have to paint myself brown and wear a head-dress ...
gonna stop me? i dont f*cking think so ...
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"AE," 2/21/2007
... you people are making such a--es out of yourselves......Congratulations!!!!
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"Ambere," 2/21/2007
...if these kinds of emotions strike you as offensive, than your stupidity offends me!
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Anonymous(5), 2/21/2007
I HOPE YOU ARE HAPPY ...
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"Dan Stritzel," 2/21/2007
The Liberals are going to be the downfall of this great country ...
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Anonymous(4), 2/21/2007
I think it is really sad that a few people with problems, consider the chief as a threat ...
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Anonymous(3), 2/21/2007
It's just a moscot for christ sakes! It in no-way does it stereo type ...
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"R.P.L.," 2/21/2007
I find it interesting that on [Senior] night, the University has not allowed local TV coverage, instead opting
for a channel that is only available through premium cable ...
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Anonymous(2), 2/21/2007
I think it is a sad day when people decide that the Chief is racist. It is a symbol. I am not racist ...
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"CW," 2/21/2007
I'm not even from Illinois but you can bet I will never set foot on UIUC. EVER. Life is too short ...
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"Kats," 2/21/2007
Cram it with walnuts ...
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"RSG," 2/21/2007
As a white student, I recieved no priority and no scholarships ... Native Americans should TRULY end racism ...
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Anonymous, 2/21/2007
The new mascot should be a weeney dog to match the spineless people who gave up the chief ...
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Anonymous(4), 2/20/2007
I'm sorry that our university gave in to the demands of the NCAA, is there anything in this world not about MONEY ...
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Anonymous(3), 2/20/2007
You are f------ idots. If you kenw one goddamn thing you would see that the Chief was used as a SYMBOL ...
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"Jennifer D (Class of 1990)," 2/20/2007
The Chief stands for all that is good, honorable and true... At no time has he been treated or depicted as
many other "mascots" do ...
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Anonymous(2), 2/20/2007
The bottom line is [the chief's] performance was legal and not dangerous and it was a
performance (not obligated to be authentic or non offensive to someone) ...
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Anonymous, 2/20/2007
you're all losers!!!!!!
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Anonymous(7), 2/19/2007
I have never..in my 71 years on earth...ever seen a more honorable depiction ...
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Anonymous(6), 2/19/2007
Despite what some uneducated people here believe, the Chief represents all that is good in humanity ...
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Anonymous(5), 2/19/2007
I will no longer assume that just because person is American Indian, he or she has good attributes, i.e. loyalty, courage, honor ...
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Anonymous(4), 2/19/2007
I usually give $1k to the university every year, but I will not any more ...
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"Jason Ronna," 2/19/2007
You Guys ...
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"Elizabeth 2/3," 2/19/2007
Who are these people against the chief? Are they faculty? Then why the hell ...
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"Brad," 2/19/2007
I think the most offensive thing ... is the fact that Native Americans want to keep the lines between 'white' and 'red' (using the anti-chief words) in tact ...
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Anonymous(3), 2/19/2007
It saddens me to watch today's 'Native American' descendants spit in the face of their ancestors who took pride in
trying to keep their heritage ...
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Anonymous(2), 2/19/2007
Well, you got what you wanted. Don't worry about how you have killed the spirit of the University ...
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"Libby," 2/19/2007
It is very simple. If you are against the CHIEF ...
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"Elizabeth," 2/19/2007
As the Chief is actually dancing, what part is degrading and hostile. I am really missing that part ...
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Anonymous, 2/19/2007
You people have your heads shoved firmly up your ... Chief Illiniwek is a TRADITION mean to HONOR ...
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"Jeff," 2/18/2007
If the Chief must die, the University should end all spending on Indian related items in its budget. End Indian studies. End scholarships
for Indians ...
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Anonymous(5), 2/18/2007
How soon before this site is retired?
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Anonymous(4), 2/18/2007
It is so unfortunate that you cannot see the RESPECT, HONOR, and DIGNITY that is Chief Illiniwek ...
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Anonymous(3), 2/18/2007
Thank you
for letting the pro chief people have a say
Anonymous(2), 2/18/2007
The Chief was banned because he was perceived to be abusive ... To who and how? The answer is clearer if we divide people into three groups.
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Anonymous, 2/18/2007
Maybe this whole thing would have been worth it if at least some understanding and bridge building had come out of it ...
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"Mr. E," 2/17/2007
If whites shouldn't dress as Indians, then Indians shouldn't dress as whites. So why are you affended we dress like you ...
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"EP," 2/17/2007
White men kicked you guys off your land along time ago and we were nice enough to not kill you all, and we adopted you into our culture. And this is how you repay us?
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"Kenneth and James Heinzel," 2/17/2007
Just know that when you [the Board of Trustees] see the disastrously negative impact that this decision will have on fund raising in the immediate future, that you were personally responsible for injuring the University ...
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"CBF," 2/17/2007
I don't understand how the Chief can be seen as anything but a positive symbol ... To me it would be an honor to be used as a
team mascot or symbol
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"J K Crews," 2/17/2007
Enlightenment teaches us that No one can insult anyone, no one can make anyone else angry, sad or offended. You own your emotions ...
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"vietnam-era-vet," 2/16/2007
I do know that I would have rather had a mascot of me or "my kind" than spit on my face ...
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Lee Meyer, 2/16/2007
You win! I have grown up my whole life thinking of Native Americans as strong, honorable and proud ...
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"feihc",
2/16/2007
The only good indian is a " Gd Oe Na Ed " indian.
"CTS, MD, PHD," 2/16/2007
What are we going to call Illiniois next? If we eliminate our native american history, we'll need to change a great number of
city and state names...
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Anonymous, 7/26/2006
GIVE IT A REST...
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"SMR-class of 1985," 6/26/2006
Chief Illiniwek is an honored symbol of the University of Illinois. There is no racist intent ...
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"Lynne," 6/19/2006
The "offense" and racism that the Chief haters see, as well as the admirable qualities
perceived by those who love the Chief are clearly in the eye of the beholder(s)...
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Anonymous, 5/10/2006
I wonder why no white Americans with colonial ancestors have taken offense at the use of the
nickname "minutemen" by George Washington University? If portraying an ethnic group ...
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Anonymous, 5/07/2006
If people like those that want to get rid of the Chief, would keep their noses out of everybody else's business ...
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Anonymous, 5/04/2006
I am for keeping the Chief. What is the difference between a
person dressed as an Indian dancing ... and a person dressed as an Indian Maid honoring Land of Lakes butter ...
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"Big E," 3/14/2006
Great. Say you get the Chief retired tomorrow. Then what? Is your life going to be better? ...
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Anonymous, 2/26/2006
Indians...get a life! The Chief is aweomse ...
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"Bob Jayne," 2/24/2006
My wife Sharon and I saw our first Big Ten basketball game at Champaign ... [After] the performance of Chief Illiniwek ...
I will gladly admit I had tears flowing down my face.
I saw it as a lovely way to honor the people
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"Charles B. Larson," 2/22/2006
I have not seen any compelling remarks to modify my thought that the Chief is indeed a symbol. The use of the word "mascot" is clearly intended to inflame and avoid intellectual dialog ...
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"domedam," 2/04/2006
Get a life.
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Anonymous, 2/01/2006
Well unfortunately it's impossible to make the entire world happy; sorry you have to be one
of those unhappy individuals - but get used to it cause the Chief is here to stay.
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Anonymous, 1/31/2006
Frankly, I really don't care if a few indians don't like it. We live in a land of majority rule
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"cb," 1/14/2006
why do people find this offensive? i think there are better things to worry about than school's mascots.
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"W.P.S. 1997," 1/02/2006
Whever possible I will marginalize, mock, and ridicule your efforts as a reflection of the meaningless of your lives
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"D.D.B.," 12/16/2005
I argue that we should make our decisions based on the common opinions which are seen in the 2002 polls and any others taken in the future
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Anonymous, 10/27/2005
You're stupid, and the chief is beutiful and has soo much history behind it that I'm embarressed that you're even associated with the university in any way. you suck.
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"MPM," 10/24/2005
Simple: He leaves, so does my support for the University.
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Anonymous, 9/28/2005
you guys are wacko!
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"Southside Irish," 9/19/2005
No one laughs at the Chief. He is not a joke. He is pride. He makes us remember the Native Americans
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"Geno "BigBear" Fluegel," 9/12/2005
Why don't you work with the University to restore tradition to the Chief, instead of behaving like a bunch of pubilicity seeking attorneys.
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CSJ, Sep. 7, 2005
To say that the chief is racist is absolutely ludicrous. It is time for the silent majority
to stand up and defend our mascot...
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"CSJ," 9/07/2005
It is time for the silent majority to stand up and defend our mascot. The Chief does not undermine the integrity of this wonderful institution
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"John," 9/06/2005
The Seminole tribe of Florida supports Florida State University. Please do not let this book reflect poorly on Florida State due to uninformed and ignorant
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"E3r89," 9/04/2005
Native American should be honored that the school s have taken on their tribes as the schools mascot
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"Kerwin," 9/03/2005
Tell a Indian society to get rid of its totem because it is offensive and you will get no different reaction than telling the University of Illinois to get rid of theirs
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[more]
Kerwin, Sep. 3, 2005
Tell the NCAA to actually aid reservation Indians out of their poverty
by donating some money ...
[more]
Anonymous, 8/31/2005
As soon as a native Illiniwek Indian stands up and complains that the Chief is offensive, we will stop this fight. But considering that the Illiniwek nation has died off
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Anonymous, Aug. 18, 2005
Where will all this stop? I'm offended with the following:
Tigers-PETA ...
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Anonymous, 8/18/2005
Where wiill all this stop? I'm offended with the following:
Tigers-PETA;
Cowboys-demeaning
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"My name, too, is Bob Morgan," 8/17/2005
I simply do not understand all the fuss over your athletic symbol.
I have lived on an Indian Reservation for ten years
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[more]
Bob Morgan, Aug. 17, 2005
I simply do not understand all the fuss over your athletic symbol.
I have lived on an Indian Reservation ...
[more]
Ms. Anni-Frid Santos, Aug. 10, 2005
People should really learn more about the Chief before making a decision on being
either for or against because from what I have seen not everyone knows the entire story ...
[more]
Sean, Aug. 6, 2005
Why kill the spirit of the Indian nation? Seminole Indians in Florida
are very proud to Have Florida State University represent them ...
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"M.S," 7/24/2005
This is a stupid debate.. while we are at it should we change the fighting irish, or the LA Angeles Angels of Anaheim
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"TL," 5/18/2005
The Illiniwek mascot belongs to UI -- it's value was established before you and should remain.
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"Mike Morrow," 5/17/2005
He makes me proud to be an alumnus, and his traditional dance gives me goosebumps every time I see it.
Keep The Chief ...
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"shadow," 5/16/2005
Enter your message here.
If whites shouldnt dress as indians then indians shouldnt dress like whites,blacks,asians,or hispanics ...
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"Detroit Red," 5/09/2005
The question to ask is: Was the battle between the Native Americans and settlers was fair?
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Anonymous, 5/08/2005
keep the cheifs please from 5 year old brock hotch
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"Dick Roush," 4/09/2005
Now, seeing the PC people, with nothing better to do, trying to fill their time with some sort of activity that creates disharmony, I certainly don't get goosebumps
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"Alden Stewart," 4/07/2005
Enter your message here.
Thanks to you guys the Illini were without their beloved mascot, Chief Ilinki for their final NCAA game
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"Louisville," 4/06/2005
The Illini lost the championship game. The mascot could have made the difference.
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"skinsinpa1," 4/05/2005
There are too many people in the world today who think that everything should change based on their own opinion, irregardless of what the majority of the people think.
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"Joseph Turner," 4/03/2005
The Indian Trust is really working for Native Americans while you play at this little charade.
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Joe Turner, Apr. 3, 2005
Your cause is one only of further strife and problems with no signigicant reward or "upside" in any event
[more]
C. Larson, Apr. 3, 2005
I have to say, the aginers are more suspect in that they don't seem
to have much reason or logic...........but, the "fors" are seemingly
are just for "tradition" ...
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PJM, Apr. 2, 2005
Let us honor the native Americans and their history.
The chief allows us to do that ...
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Tony Choppi, Mar. 31, 2005
I understand to a point why but it is not like you are calling them
the Fighting Squa's. We need to just relax and not
take things so personally ...
[more]
Charles B. Larson, Mar. 31, 2005
It begins by calling the "Chief" a mascot. Actually, that is not true.
The Chief's dress is elegant. His conduct is impeccable ...
[more]
Will Manson, Mar. 31, 2005
"What does Illiniwek stand for?" Ask people on the street.
I bet most of the words would look a lot like these: Brave, honorable,
resourceful, and fierce ...
[more]
Dave Maxwell, Mar. 31, 2005
There is nothing offensive about the
Chief. He is not comical, foolish, or in any way
disrespectful to the memory
of the native people. He is real.
[more]
Rich Allen, Mar. 31, 2005
You are offending me with your politically correct B.S.
I think the mascot honors me.
What are you going to do about that?
[more]
"dwb," 3/31/2005
The great American Indian is still considered to be powerful. The indian has showed great courage and strength in all conflicts.
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"newyorkduck," 3/31/2005
Enter your message here.
Indians should be honored by such a figure just as Notre Dame is honored by their fighting (and possibly drunken) Irish mascot.
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"Jeff Sappenfield," 3/31/2005
I don't understand why this is such an issue. The University of Illinois pays such a tribute to the Chief.
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
Keep the chief, it's tradition and an honor to the Native Americans to be remembered in such a fashion.
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
I am not offended by the fighting irish name for Notre Dame. If Indians are offended by the chief and "fighting Illini"
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"Sean, KY," 3/31/2005
If a Native American feels insulted, i'm sorry, but you shouldn't because no one thinks about your race that way because of a mascot or team name
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"SK," 3/31/2005
Get a lives you liberal weenies.....um.....I mean.......progressive reproductive organs.
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"Brandon Myhand, bmyhand," 3/31/2005
If anything, by having a Native American mascot, I feel that the school is uplifting and praising the American Indian.
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"JLJ, Chicago IL," 3/31/2005
I have sat in the stands for years as a fan of the Illini surrounded by friends and alumni. I can honestly say that Chief Illiniwek is held in the highest respect
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"wew," 3/31/2005
Why not just change the name of the state? Get rid of all references to Illini everywhere. Change the name to University of Champaign
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
It is amazing to me that you find this non-derogatory term with such hatred. It is a symbol of strength not weakness
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"jwallace_007," 3/31/2005
As time goes on minority groups such as the native American get smaller and smaller. This isn't a protest of offense. This is a protest for the sole reason of still having a voice
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"Dave," 3/31/2005
Instead of fussing about a school mascot, why not focus our energies on righting the wrongs (or at least make a half-ass attempt) done to the Indians
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"Dan J. Fisher," 3/31/2005
You people are the reason this country is so messed up.. Instead of being mad .. you people should be PROUD that the Chief is allowed to be the mascot
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"RTRIII," 3/31/2005
Pictures of young men in war paint inspired me as a child. Their warrior mentality, damning the odds in front of them, the pushing forward with intelligence, ingenuity and integrity. What is wrong with someone, or some school, seeing the same thing in a Chief that I saw as a child?
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"Greg," 3/31/2005
Is the Chief really demeaning in anyway? The idea that it is perpetuating racial sterotypes is frankly a horrible argument. Does the costume have anything blatantly wrong in regards to the clothing of native americans way in the past?
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
I were an Indian, I'd be proud that my people have become a part of the American culture. You folks see a dark side...
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
You are an idiot and disgrace to the great University of Illinois. I am a graduate and former letterman
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"SMN," 3/31/2005
Grow up already! The "mascot" derogatory to Indians? He is honoring the culture
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"PW," 3/31/2005
You people are pathetic, why don't you go over to the Washington Redskins corporate office and ask them to change there name. Guess what they will laugh at you, probably roll around and laugh. It isn't anybody's fault for what happened to the INDIANS but the INDIANS. I'm tired of hearing about it, they were bad business people period. Don't go to a gun fight with a hatchet. It has been long enough, please get over it...
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"matt," 3/31/2005
the only reason 'the cheif' stirs negative emotions and connotations is because you CHOOSE to let it do so. that is all
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"MCH," 3/31/2005
It seems to me if I were Native American I would prefer to be remembered instead of forgotten
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"American," 3/31/2005
Mass suicide for whoever put this site together, that would be greatly appreciated! Please soon!
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"DW," 3/31/2005
I heard countless arguments from both sides on this issue. Each side has valid points. However, I will support the Chief
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"rubenxx," 3/31/2005
How exactly are these stupid civil rights (or wrongs) violated. Idiotic policies of this nature want to put a statue of General Custer
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"Siouxsan," 3/31/2005
I am an alum from the 60's when the Chief was the best part of a football game. We admired the hard work the student who portrayed him put in to learn authentic dances
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"Richard L Largen," 3/31/2005
College and professional sports use Indian names for their teams, and mascots, because they admire and respect the Indian
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"Kevin," 3/31/2005
You claim that Illiniwek is a racial stereotype and maybe it is, but maybe it is a way to remember those who go before us
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"Joseph Lopez," 3/31/2005
Anyone who gets offended by the Chief is a jackass and would be offended by anything
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"RB," 3/31/2005
If you are offended by a mascot, you need to lighten up.
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"Chief Buffalo Wing," 3/31/2005
Enter your message here.Maybe the Chief could stay if you gave my people more land so we could build more casinos.And what's up with ticket "scalping"? I find this offensive. Can't we call it selling the ticket for more than you paid for it. Just send cash and I'm sure I'll get over it!
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"All American Mutt," 3/31/2005
The bigger problem I have with the debate of using "Native American" mascots, is the use of the term "Native American" as opposed to the term "Indian"
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"Greg H," 3/31/2005
I am appalled that every year we, the people of the United States of America, are told that we are offending someone's religion or race and must change who we are. This is not progress
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
Hey isn't your school located on Land that used to belong
to the Native American Indians ! Please, keep the Chief
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
I dont like the thought of people eating chocolate crosses that my Lord and Savior died on for my salvation, but that is something I will have to deal with myself
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"casspark," 3/31/2005
I believe all the political correctness of the country is getting out of hand. A school mascot is something to be proud of
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
For those of you who protest Illiniwek, what else have you done for Native Americans? Are you protesting for their rights? Religious Beliefs?
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"Kyle J. Lorditch," 3/31/2005
I an continually saddened to hear that so many can be swayed by the rants of a few foolish grandstanding academics posing as educated elite
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"Ca.," 3/31/2005
You Liberals should get a life and focus on more important issues ...
Indians should be proud, when you have rid this world of Mascots and Team names, you will be forgotten.
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"girb," 3/31/2005
Your campaing is just style over substance. If you really wanted to help the Indians
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"ELB," 3/31/2005
Why don't you ever hear of the Irish people cmplaining about a big green Irish mascot running around during football or basketball games?
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"Andy," 3/31/2005
ou need a hobby if you have nothing better to do than spread your multicultural trash. If you really think that your school's mascot will hurt a child's self esteem
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"Clay," 3/31/2005
I wish that I belonged to a group of people that had a strong enough heritage that they were even suggested as mascots.
I do understand the other side
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"John Moore, thenxtgoldberg," 3/31/2005
The problem with this is that most of the people who are against The Chief - and I say that with THE UTMOST REVERENCE! - do NOT understand what the symbolism of it all stands for
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
Illiniwek helps to celebrate the Native American Culture. The halftime ritual at Illinois sporting events is special and is truly wonderful to experience
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
You people are morons. Wasting time and taxpayer money debating the use of an Indian tribe as a mascot
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"C Padgett," 3/31/2005
Grow thicker skin you whiners. I'm of Irish descent and the logo's for the Boston Celtics and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish don't bother me a bit
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"LE," 3/31/2005
This is just another ridiculous attempt to make something "PC" that isn't a problem in the first place. I'm Irish
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"JT Spurr," 3/31/2005
I don't see how this is racist ...
It's racist to think that we should listen to Native American opions outside of the Illini tribe
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"jeff," 3/31/2005
Get a grip! Dont you people have anything better to do with your time than to complain about a tradition
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"Paul Geissler," 3/31/2005
The chief honors the native american spirit and pride. If you are worried about minority slurs
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
I guess we can agree to disagree. If people think that Illiniwek is poking fun at Native Americans
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"LS," 3/31/2005
American society continues to implode as racial minority groups try to break up social relationships with simpering complaints that they are victimized by White oppressors.
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"jay roe," 3/31/2005
the CHIEF brings grace and honor to a great american heritage that was great part of history.TO say its disrespectful is sheer
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"scott," 3/31/2005
I am a former alum and rabid Illini fan, that's right Illini, fighting Illini. The University has publicy denounced the idea of the Chief being a mascot
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"steven_collinsworth2000," 3/31/2005
I do not find Chief Illiniwek the least bit offensive. It is part of the state of Illinois' heritage
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
It doesn't seem right to me that just because a small majority of people find it offensive we all of the sudden need to think about getting rid of it
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"MGL, new york, new york," 3/31/2005
If Native American mascots are racist, why are mascots drawn
from other cultures NOT racist? I've never heard a word of protest
about the Boston Celtics
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
Maybe the UofI should make sure they get a better Chancellor. If those anti-chief protestors took over a building like they did I would have locked the bathrooms
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
Who cares about the word Chief, Indian, Redskin, etc. They aren't derogatory. They are just words.
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
I think that you are ruining a tradition that has been at Illinois for a long long time. Its people like you that ruin these things
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"[Supposed] editor@retirethechief.org," 3/31/2005
This pursuit is disgusting. Your efforts towards this would be better served for humanity if you made a strong contrabution to society
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"Former Illini," 3/31/2005
If anything, it portrays Native Americans respectfully. Why do people think that when schools and organizations use mascots like this it's disrespectful
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"ED," 3/31/2005
The problem I have with the anti-chief people is that they are one sided ...
I'm 1/32 Illini Indian and that is most likely as close as you will get to an actuall Illini Indian
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"JWM," 3/31/2005
Why wasn't this brought up 10 or 20 years ago? Because back then people weren't afraid to be politically incorrect
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"z_mccoy," 3/31/2005
IT IS A MASCOT!!!! Mascots are for fun and school spirit, NO ONE goes around thinking that Indians are big headed "animated looking" dolls
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"newyorkduck," 3/31/2005
Enter your message here.
I'm sure Donald is quite offended as well that his image is used as a team mascot
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
If you really want to prove your point, go after Jeep and their Cherokee or GM and their Pontiac
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
Don't you guys have better things to do. There is cancer and aids in the world and you are concerned for a mascot
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
should leave the chief alone and go run a casino. You are bunch of intellectual idiots
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
Fuck you and your anti-chief shit
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"Jake," 3/31/2005
It seems like every minority has to bitch about something. NA's get billions in rev from casinos..TAX FREE, isnt that enough?
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
www.getalife.com
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"Jason Shaw," 3/31/2005
Unbelieveable...Look, we are all AMERICANS...This is not serbia...How in the hell citizens have become so weak minded as to be so paralyzed by a mascot
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
I'm an American Indian tribe member. This cause rates right up there with world hunger/disease doesn't it?
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"Christopher--ffvii7777," 3/31/2005
These names are everywhere, and most people dont care. Why then, do the Native Americans care? If anything I think that they should be happy that they are populaur enough to have a team
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"CTR," 3/31/2005
As noted, I am strongly pro-chief; however, anti those who selfishly has their own agenda for gaining attention
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"jlaforest," 3/31/2005
Dear God what a waste of time! I am "really" sure that native Americans are offended by this mascot...how do they have time to be offended?
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
I'm glad someone is finally doing something about the Chief ... It's time we relegate their culture to one of having only casino gambling and alcoholism
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"Eric," 3/31/2005
Anyone who has ever seen the Chief Illiniwek knows that the Chief is shown the upmost respect. He does not run up and down the sidelines like a savage
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"HRE," 3/31/2005
If we let Chief Illini go what is next...pow-wows? ... Keep your culture close to your heart and at the same time embrace the present
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"Randy Deputy Texas Longhorn," 3/31/2005
You people need to spend time doing something worth doing
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"BDK," 3/31/2005
I can't believe that the university is paying the salary of someone who is wasting time that should be spent on the students who indirectly pay his salary with garbage like this
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
My son plays high school sports for the Langley Saxons in Northern Virginia. Is he perpetuating racism? Of course not
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
Why don't we give the Chief a casino?
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"FU," 3/31/2005
You really so sensitive about it that you need a bottle?
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"Nick," 3/31/2005
You liberal anti-discrimnants go way to far ...
So why dont you just shut your mouths and deal
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"JMitton," 3/31/2005
What's next? Removing the Boilermaker as a symbol due to complaints from a few workers?
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Anonymous, 3/31/2005
As an Illini alum, I strongly disagree with the efforts to retire the chief. No disrespect to native americans is shown or intended
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"MDS," 3/31/2005
I think it is an honor to have The Chief represent the U of I
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"norm trost tmormie," 3/31/2005
I find "the chief" to be a very important part of the tradition at the u of i. let him dance!
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"none......," 3/31/2005
Do lonely men who sit out in West Texas, get mad and want to take away the name of the Dallas Cowboys, because they themselves are cowboys?
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"leereece," 3/31/2005
long live the mascot. If you want to get rid of the mascot, change the name of all indian states
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Anonymous, 3/30/2005
There are literally thousands of causes that need support world wide
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"bolohound," 3/30/2005
I saw plenty of "Cowboy and Indian" shows and I went from thinking Native Americans were a blood thirsty race who lived to chop off scalps for fun to wanting to know more about them because of Chief Illiniwek
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"C. Watters," 3/30/2005
Ridiculous, Most plains Indians were from a warrior culture, something to proud of
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"Bikaholic51," 3/30/2005
Why do we find racism in every little thing we can. This is not racism ...
If the use of the Illini was derogatory then I would agree with the racist angle
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TC, Mar. 28, 2005
Worry about getting a college degree and get out of town.
JTH, Mar. 28, 2005
I lean toward pro-Chief for one reason. You don't have the same rules
for everyone ... the NAACP [came] out with that letter criticizing ...
[more]
A.D., Mar. 24, 2005
It saddens me that these people are in favor of the Chief,
yet come off as arrogant ...
[more]
Andrew, Mar. 24, 2005
I think a milestone solution to this
problem would be to educate people about what [the chief] represents.
I suggest that the announcer state a brief history and concept
of Chief Illiniwek right before he comes out ...
[more]
"#1 chief fan," Mar. 24, 2005
The chief is a real mascot. He lives with indians during the summer
learning to be an indian ...
[more]
Grant, Mar. 23, 2005
If I was an indian I wouldn't think of it as a big deal ...
Go back to your casinos, collect your welfare, food stamps ...
[more]
Anonymous, Mar. 19, 2005
Chief is a true mascot! Don't get rid of chief!
[more]
From Douglas Boggs, Mar. 17, 2005
The American Indian College Fund just lost me as a loyal donor ...
[more]
From Joseph Reichert, Mar. 17, 2005
As the husband of a Native American and the father of a son who is an
alumnus of the UofI, I am truly puzzled and worried about [the]
suit and position on Chief Illiniwek ...
[more]
Brent S., Mar. 16, 2005
If the mascot walked around with a bottle labeled "Fire Water"
while he trades his valuable items for shiny beads I could understand
being a little angry.
[more]
Anonymous, Mar. 16, 2005
RIDICULOUS...ITS BEEN A STANDING TRADITION FOR DECADES ...
Screw the wimps and the attorneys.
[more]
Aluhl, Mar. 16, 2005
I wonder what the great chief himself would say .. there are more
important things then rather this is an honor or a shame ...
[more]
RW, Mar. 16, 2005
Why should the people of Illinois, who stand on that brave heritage of
the Illini, cave into anybody who wishes to deprive them of the
memory of the Illini ...
[more]
From Chris C., Mar. 16, 2005
I have been to my fair share of [UI] sporting events ...
Never once have I ever witnessed
anyone being disrespectful of the Chief and who/what he symbolizes ...
[more]
From "MG from Springfield," Mar. 16, 2005
The only misinterpretation I have seen is the actual clothing of an
Illini Indian. Please tell me what does the chief do to offend ...
[more]
From "Matt from Illinois," Mar. 16, 2005
I agree that having the chief logo on everything from seat covers
to umbrella to underwear is not the most respectful act, but don't
eliminate the chief because of it ...
[more]
From "God," Mar. 11, 2005
Will we change our name to the Bobcats if we can the Chief?
Bottom line is that people aren't educated enough ...
[more]
CWR, Mar. 11, 2005
For the life of me, I can't believe that people are offended by the
Chief's activities or what he "stands for" ...
[more]
Brooks, Mar. 11, 2005
By erasing sacred tributes to Native American culture, like Chief
Illiniwek, you are erasing their existence.
Borchers and his interest in Native-American culture took the
tribute to a new level ...
[more]
Chris, Mar. 11, 2005
Why not work some place else if you do not agree with the Chief?
Logic seems to have escaped you ...
[more]
Anonymous, Mar. 9, 2005
The Chief Will NEVER Die...
[more]
Zach, Mar. 3, 2005
Native Americans are not discriminated upon for the most part.
Chief Illiniwek
is an honor ...
[more]
"Monster," Feb. 13, 2005
I understand why [Native Americans] want to get
rid of him. So does that mean that I should protest against
the Fighting Irish ...
[more]
Samuel Vaughan, Feb. 13, 2005
Check your history... Webber Borchers was the second person to portray
the Chief and he traveled to a reservation in South Dakota for several
months. He wanted to bring honor to the Native American people ...
[more]
Anonymous, Jan. 29, 2005
As a person of Native American descent,
I fail to see the humor in your self-serving
program to admonish Chief Illiniwek...
[more]
"Badgerfan," Jan. 13, 2005
I am going right out to buy an Illinois sweatshirt with the chief on it ...
[more]
Quinn McCusker, Jan. 13, 2005
The [PRC] wants the Chief removed because they say he is racist. Their proof?
None. Why? He's not racist...
[more]
Anonymous, Jan. 7, 2005
What about the USC Trojans, Minnesota Vikings...
All of these mascots or team names represent a group of people.
Are they all racist?
[more]
Kelly Lock, Jan. 1, 2005
Perhaps Chief Illiniwek does not step like those of generations past,
but how many of those people who complain about it would be able to
demonstrate a true native dance?
[more]
Steven Greenwald, Dec. 13, 2004
[Letter to Univ. Oregon President:]
"You have made negative and demeaning statements about our
proud and cherished symbol, Chief Illiniwek. This is
yet another case of political correctness run amok..."
[more]
Ted Jennings, Oct. 31, 2004
It seems to me that our culture has grown more childish and more concerned
with matters of little real significance.
Please ... do the state a favor ... GROW UP.
[more]
A.B., Sep. 30, 2004
This argument will never be solved without compromise because both
sides have very legitimate arguments ...
[more]
"Archrival," Sep. 29, 2004
Does the state of Illinois have to change its
name because it was named after a Native American tribe? Frankly, I don't
want to live in the state of No Controversy ...
[more]
Tara, Sep. 10, 2004
The Chief is merely a mascot, which means: a person, animal, or object
believed to bring good luck ...
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Anonymous, Sep. 5, 2004
Why does it all of a [sudden] make a [difference] now, I can understand if
we were to be using the chief in a bad way...
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Anonymous, Aug. 29, 2004
If we knock down every Native American mascot or memorial, how are
we to better remember them?
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"UI Student," Aug. 8, 2004
These people that spend so much time trying to retire the chief
should spend more time on issues that really affect people ...
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JAC, June 28, 2004
It's a pity that you have to take on a highly respectful mascot ...
Why not go after the major league sports teams?
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Anonymous, June 16, 2004
bah - humbug.
Anonymous, May 26, 2004
Most of us can claim with equal verasity to be as Indian
as most of those leading the charge against the Chief ...
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Anonymous, May 6, 2004
SAVE THE CHIEF baby and screw you ...
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Joe Paterala, April 29, 2004
The Illini tribe ... no longer exists. There is no one to be
offended by the University HONORING the tribe ...
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Tony P., April 29, 2004
Surely some Native Americans find Chief Illiniwek unsettling, but
unquestionably just as many Native Americans appreciate and support
the Chief's place ...
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Mikey, April 29, 2004
Those who claim supporters of the Chief are "racist"
are themselves unfit to be part of a responsible public debate ...
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E.J., April 20, 2004
Its our country, and we shouldn't have to compromise for anyone.
If you are offended by the chief, don't go to the U of I ...
Its people like you that make racism thrive ...
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Chris Aston, Mar. 7, 2004
I would like to encourage those in favor of retiring the Chief to begin a
campaign to find alternatives to him ...
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Anonymous, Jan. 15, 2004
You don't even realize how others schools in the
country look up to our mascot ...
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Anonymous, Jan. 9, 2004
Those of us in favor of the chief have a great respect for the
indian warriors that once roamed the prairie ...
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Steve Easter, Nov. 17
Listening to one [anti-Chief] "man"
and his sheep doesn't make you politically correct. It makes you
stupid too ...
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Anonymous, Nov. 15
I am disgusted to see how many people are publicly disgracing our
university by attacking the chief ...
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B.F., Nov. 14
I feel that the intent of the Chief is respectable, even though
some of the finer points are missed ...
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Anonymous, Nov. 12
A real Indian gave the University of Illinois a headress to use ...
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Anonymous, Nov. 12
After we get rid of the chief ... we might as well change the
name of the state...
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J.D./Chicago, Nov. 12
As an alumnus of this university I take pride in Chief Illiniwek,
and would be devastated if the Chief was retired ...
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Anonymous, Nov. 11
If a vocal minority can sway a vote just wait ...
You have no idea what you are messing with.
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J.G., Oct. 10
People who are against the chief are what's wrong with this country in
general ...
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J.P.
I'm just curious why no one on either side seems to mention the use of
the Seminole Chief at Florida State University ...
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