Tomahawk chop' under scrutiny as Atlanta Braves compete in World
By A Mystery Man Writer
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With the Atlanta Braves in the World Series, their name and a gesture used by their fans have come under scrutiny from Native American groups around the country.
This comes amid a movement to remove Native American imagery from sports.
The Braves lost out on a combined no-hitter but took game 3 in the World Series against the Astros for a 2-1 lead.
This comes amid a movement to remove Native American imagery from sports.
The Braves lost out on a combined no-hitter but took game 3 in the World Series against the Astros for a 2-1 lead.
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Native Americans condemn the Braves' tomahawk chop — but some
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