Daniel Snyder announces foundation to help Native American tribes
Add Videos or Photos Be first to contribute
Sign in now to share your story.
Sign in with Facebook Sign in with Google+
Be first to contribute
Add More Videos or Photos
You've contributed successfully to: Daniel Snyder announces foundation to help Native American tribes
Check out your photo or video now, and look for it in USA TODAY online, mobile, and print editions.
View Your Contribution Verifying your credentials...
Please wait.
Uh oh!
We're experiencing a few technical issues.
Try again
Dan Snyder isn't backing down from continuing to use his team's embattled nickname. Now the Washington Redskins' owner is taking the fight to public perception - and says the organization is aiming to make a difference in the lives of American Indians as well.
In a letter posted Monday on the team's website, Snyder announced the creation of the Washington Redskins Original Americans Foundation, which will aim 'to begin to tackle the troubling realities facing so many tribes across our country.'
Snyder wrote that he and his staff have travelled to 26 tribal reservations across 20 states in the past four months. He also said he has been 'encouraged by the thousands of fans across the country who support keeping the Redskins tradition alive.'
The letter quoted three tribal leaders, including Torres-Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians chairwoman Mary L. Resvaloso, whom Snyder quoted as saying, 'T here are Native Americans everywhere that 100% support the name. I believe God has turned this around for something good.'
Related Video
Tampa Bay's new uniforms get mixed reactions
Post a Comment for "Daniel Snyder announces foundation to help Native American tribes"