Lily Gladstone Condemns NFL Team Mascots and Native American Stereotypes
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Lily Gladstone, a Native American actress nominated for an Oscar, criticized the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers for their team names and the tomahawk chop gesture, calling it a reminder of Hollywood's misrepresentation of Native Americans. She expressed discontent with the 49ers' nickname and the Chiefs' use of the tomahawk chop, stating that it is not an "honor" to Native Americans. Despite recent protests, the Chiefs have not indicated any intention to change their name.
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