Well, it looks like the Washington Commanders—and the NFL as a whole—might finally be waking up to the idea that erasing history isn’t the same as “progress.”
In a move that’s sure to have the perpetually outraged clutching their pearls, the Commanders’ ownership group has reportedly agreed to “un-cancel” the iconic Redskins logo and its history. Yes, that’s right—after years of pandering to the cancel culture mob, they’re now working with the family of Walter “Blackie” Wetzel, the Native American artist behind the logo, to restore its rightful place as a symbol of pride and heritage.
This development comes with a hearty round of applause from Republican Montana Senator Steve Daines, who didn’t mince words. Calling the initial censorship a “classic case of woke gone wrong,” Daines celebrated the NFL’s decision as a win for honoring Native American culture instead of erasing it in the name of so-called “inclusivity.”
He also pointed out the irony of the cancel culture crowd erasing Native American history while championing their DEI initiatives. It’s a deliciously hypocritical twist, but we’ve come to expect nothing less from the “woke warriors.”
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— Native American Guardians Association (@GuardiansNative) November 26, 2024
Remember, this all started in 2020 when the team caved to public pressure and abandoned the Redskins name after nearly 50 years. The media and activists cheered as the franchise scrambled to distance itself from what they claimed was a “racist” symbol. Never mind that a Native American artist created the logo to honor Blackfoot chief John Two Guns White Calf or that many Native Americans themselves supported the logo. Facts, as usual, were irrelevant in the face of performative outrage.
Fast forward to today, and the NFL is backtracking faster than a quarterback under pressure. The team is now agreeing to use the logo in historical materials, merchandise, and potentially even throwback jerseys as part of its efforts to appease fans and the Wetzel family. Oh, and let’s not forget Senator Daines’ promise to approve legislation for a shiny new stadium—so long as the team pledges never to erase the logo again. A smart move, considering how many Washington fans have been pushing for this return to tradition.
🚨BREAKING: IT APPEARS DISCUSSIONS ARE UNDERWAY ABOUT THE #COMMANDERS POTENTIALLY USING THE REDSKINS’ OLD LOGO.
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Senator Steve Daines says that the proceeds would go to help benefit the tribe.
Washington fans have been pushing for this to happen…pic.twitter.com/bHTbGVLZWV
— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) November 22, 2024
The bigger picture here is simple: cancel culture isn’t sustainable. Erasing history to appease a loud minority is never the answer, and eventually, reality catches up. The Redskins logo, far from being a symbol of racism, was a tribute to Native American heritage. By working with the Wetzel family to honor this legacy, the Commanders are taking a step toward righting a wrong. Whether the rest of the NFL and its DEI devotees will learn the same lesson remains to be seen, but for now, this is a victory worth celebrating.
