We allow our children to be "taught" by theses wimpified cowards?-----Valparaiso dropping Crusaders name, mascot, logos

Valparaiso dropping Crusaders name, mascot, logos

"VALPARAISO, Ind. -- Valparaiso University announced Thursday that it is dropping the team name Crusaders, the school mascot and all logos associated with the term that it said has been embraced by hate groups.

The decision comes after a decadeslong debate that had intensified recently because groups such as the Ku Klux Klan began using the symbols and words. 

...The Crusades were a series of bloody religious wars starting in the 11th century between Christians and Muslims. 

..."The negative connotation and violence associated with the Crusader imagery are not reflective of Valpo's mission and values, which promote a welcoming and inclusive community," interim president Colette Irwin-Knott said. 

"This is the decision that best reflects our values and community."...Read all.