The debate over Native American mascots in schools is heating up again in Pennsylvania, where a state lawmaker is making another push to ban names and imagery tied to Indigenous cultures.

State Rep. Chris Rabb , whose district includes Philadelphia, is reintroducing legislation for the fifth time to ban Native American names and mascots in Pennsylvania public schools.

"There are team names, such as the Indians and such," Rabb said. "You wouldn't think of having a team name called the Caucasians. So fair is fair."

According to the Pennsylvania Youth Congress, dozens of public schools across the state still use Native American mascots. One of them is the Coatesville Area Senior High School, home of the Red Raiders.

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"We are aware of the bill being proposed but have

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