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Esko Drops its Mascot After New MN Law

by Joy

A new law in Minnesota is forcing a change of the Esko School District’s Mascot.

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The Esko Eskomos will be discontinuing their mascot as of June 30, this after Minnesota lawmakers passed a law that prohibits the use of using indigenous cultures for sports team mascots and logos.

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The Esko Eskomos is a play on the word “eskimo” which refers to Alaska Natives.

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The ban is set to take effect on Sept. 1.

The school board voted unanimously on the change.

A new mascot and name has not yet been announced.

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