Hansberry is right when she says that man's oppression of man is the most universal theme in literature, pop culture, and history. I do in a way understand why the Super Bowl commercial, "America is Beautiful", is relevant to this. The commercial is inspiring, but actual Americans are upset because they interpreted it to say it's okay for immigrants to come into the country not knowing English. That's not what the commercial was trying to say, though. It was showing America the melting pot, how diverse this country is and how beautiful this diversity is.
It disgust me that the "Change the Mascot" commercial was not aired. I have friends that are Native American, not "Indian", that are offended by the Red Skins. It is supposed to be honoring the Native Americans, but if they chose to honor African Americans instead would they be called "The Niggers"? The commercial should have aired, and the name of the football team should be changed.
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