IllumiNative Founder Calls for Ban of All Native American Imagery in Sports

The video discusses the ongoing changes in sports team branding, particularly focusing on the Washington NFL team's name review. Crystal Echohawk, a Native American leader, highlights the corporate pressure from companies like FedEx, Nike, and PepsiCo to change the team's name. Despite the announcement of a review, Native American leaders were not initially consulted. The discussion covers the harmful effects of native mascots and racial slurs, emphasizing the need for respectful representation. The video concludes with a call for education and understanding to address fan resistance to these changes.

What recent actions have companies like FedEx, Nike, and PepsiCo taken regarding their business relationships with the Washington NFL team?

What does the speaker suggest about the relationship between corporate America and the review of the Washington NFL team's name?

How long have Native leaders been advocating for the change of sports mascots and team names?

What are some psychological impacts of Native mascots on Native American children as mentioned in the text?

What alternative ways does the speaker suggest for honoring Native peoples instead of using mascots?

What is the significance of the term 'R word' in the context of this discussion?

In what ways does the speaker believe that fans can be educated about the harmful effects of Native mascots?