Even “Colonial” mascots at George Washington University aren’t safe from the liberal progressive safe space violations. Students say they object to the “Colonials” connection to colonization and “systemic oppression,” according to the group’s petition. Yes, this is what your college age students are worried about these days. Not their massive debt, or learning enough to be productive members of society. Instead, they are triggered by “Colonials.” Welcome to twenty first century America.
| Students try to get George Washington University mascot banned because they are offended |
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More than 200 George Washington University students have signed a petition to eliminate the school’s mascot and nickname because they find “Colonials” extremely offensive.
Students say they object to the “Colonials” connection to colonization and “systemic oppression,” according to the group’s petition. “Hippos” or “Riverhorses” would be more acceptable, the petition states.
The Colonials mascot has been in effect since 1926 as a nod to the university’s namesake, George Washington. It was intended to reference colonial America and the Continental Army, according to published reports.
But across the nation, people are taking offense to everything from school mascots to park statues, often running successful campaigns to get them removed.