The petition is important because some Native Americans feel offended that a professional sports team uses the term Redskin as their mascot. Congress should meet with NFL officials to encourage them to poll Native American tribes and see if the majority of Native Americans polled are offended. If the majority are offended, then the name should be changed. If the majority are not offended, then the name should stay the same.
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