I went to University with a.bunch of Washington football fans. Some of their parents were season ticket holders. Yes, the "Redskin" name was offensive as heck ... especially if you know the history of their founder, George Preston Marshall. That person was a well known segregationist and was the last to Integrate in the NFL. In fact, there's a reason so many African American old timers in the Virginia, Maryland, DC area are Cowboys fans. The Washington football team has a bad track record.
Regardless, the "Redskins" needed to change although some fans said it was acceptable language back in the day. No joke. LOL. Surprisingly, much of the native tribes did not have a problem with the name. They were far more concerned with financial aid for their communities. As for the Washington logo, I didn't have an issue with it. I thought it was tastefully done. However, I understand why some would have an issue ... especially when RFK and FEDEX allowed fans to enter the stadium in their Native American costumes.
Washington opted for the double switch. Change name and logo.
That said, I understood why people were offended by Chief Wahoo logo: it was offensive. That's why Cleveland did the double switch.
As for the Blackhawks, we all know the history. Military name, etc. The name isn't the issue. It's the logo ... although like Washington, it's tastefully done. I doubt our Native Tribes, like DC, really care. They are far more concerned with financial/infrastructure aid for their communities. Should we change the logo? There's a good argument for it. That said, the Blackhawks are far more respectful than other teams. We don't do the lame tomahawk chant like the Chiefs, Braves, or Seminoles. Fans don't dress in Native American garb. The only Native American association is the logo and our C with 2 tomahawks. The Blackhawks are not in the same position as Clevleand and Washington. However, I don't have a problem if people want a logo change. It's fair game. However, I don't think it's absolutely necessary as long as we remain respectful and donate to native tribes (for the use of logo).