Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Cleveland Indians Will Review Name After Redskins Controversy As the Native mascot issue heats up, Washington Redskins minority owners look to sell their stakes Several major league teams and hundreds of school teams around the country use names and mascots that are offensive to Native Americans. Getty Images By Mary Emily O'Hara July 6, 2020 The Cleveland Indians announced via Twitter late Friday that the team would consider a name change. Mary Emily O'Hara @MaryEmilyOHara maryemily.ohara@adweek.com Mary Emily O'Hara is a diversity and inclusion reporter. They specialize in covering LGBTQ+ issues and other underrepresented communities. Recommended articles