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Naming School Mascots Up for Discussion in Legislature

Some Oregon lawmakers are trying to override the Board of Education ban on the use of Native American names or images for school mascots.  State Senator Jeff Kruse is sponsoring one bill.  Opponents say they have extensive research to prove even a complimentary use of such names can be harmful.  The bill had its first committee hearing Thursday.

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