Citation:
Florio, Mike. "Goodell Reiterates Defense of Redskins Name, Willingness to Listen to Opponents Of it." ProFootballTalk. N.p., 8 Oct. 2013. Web. 16 Oct. 2013.
Summary:
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has been anything but firm with his stance on the Redskins' name. Having grown up a Redskins fan, Goodell sees nothing offensive in the name. He brings up chants such as the "Hail Redskins" chant, saying that it brings honor to the name. However, he does say that the people who are offended by it deserve to have a say, but that's all he said regarding that. He compared his stance with Obama's, saying they were very similar, even though they were not.
I believe that Goodell's opinion should one of the largest influences in the debate over the Redskins' name. However, for this to happen, he must take a firm stance on either side. He can't be in a gray zone. With the power he holds, he must make it obvious what he wants to do. He cannot be a weak commissioner.
Link:
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/10/08/goodell-reiterates-defense-of-redskins-name-willingness-to-listen-to-opponents-of-it/
Mike Florio is a very qualified writer. He appears on the post game report with Bob Costas after every Sunday night game.
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