Seminole Tribe Still Supports Florida State Use Of Nickname

[The Straight Story]

MIAMI -- The Seminole Tribe of Florida said it still backs Florida State University's use of the Seminoles nickname, just a week before the NCAA meets on the appropriateness of American Indian nicknames.

At it's regular Friday meeting, the Tribal Council voted unanimously on a resolution in support of Florida State's nickname, the first time the Tribe has taken an official public step to show support for the Tallahassee school's mascot.

"The resolution is a formal document that puts into black and white the sentiment of the Tribe, because we feel that it is an honor and a reflection of the university to represent the spirit of the Seminole Tribe of Florida," said Max Osceola, a Tribal councilman.

"Any other organization, people or Tribes should respect our wishes as we would respect their wishes."

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[Igel]

1. In that case, it's not a problem.

On the other hand, individuals within the tribe might disagree.

The old "right to not be offended" problem. Again.

[liberaliraqvet26]

2. good for them...

i see their point.