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Tomahawk chop - Wikipedia
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Kansas City Chiefs 'tomahawk chop' protested by Indigenous activists
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The Cleveland Indians changed their team name – what's holding back the Atlanta Braves?
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Kansas City Chiefs 'tomahawk chop' protested by Indigenous activists
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Protesters renew calls to change Kansas City Chiefs name, mascot ahead of Super Bowl LVII
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Kansas City Chiefs, tomahawk chop under spotlight in playoffs
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World Series: Tomahawk chop is racist, but Braves, MLB support it - Sports Illustrated
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Kansas City fans under closer scrutiny for chants, 'tomahawk chops
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Other View: Offensive 'Chiefs' can be changed, too - Duluth News Tribune
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Mascots - Native Circle
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The Chiefs enter the field to the sound of the tomahawk chop. - The New York Times
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Kansas City Chiefs' chant is cultural appropriation and racist
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Braves 'Tomahawk Chop' not offensive to all Native Americans — but is to some, Sports