School Mascots

Re the latest example of political correctness run amok, “L.A. School Board Bans Mascots With Indian References,” Sept. 9:

I always thought schools chose mascots that contributed to a proud, dignified identity. As such, I would happily lend my name to one of the schools in search of a new mascot. They can call themselves “the Bobs.”

ROBERT J. FRIAS

Orcutt

* University High School was originally named Warren G. Harding, and we know what happened there. As a graduate Warrior, class of Winter ‘44, I say: Nuts. Maybe they’d like us to call ourselves the Custers.

M.L. VOGEL WHITMORE

Brentwood

* If schools cannot be permitted American Indian references in their mascot names, how soon should we expect recalls of Grand Cherokees, Pontiacs and other autos whose names have just become disrespectful?

JAKE ANGELIN

Hollywood