On Thursday the Ole Miss Rebels changed their mascot from Colonel Reb to their supposedly new and improved mascot...Rebel Black Bear. The new mascot is named after a bear based on a story by William Faulkner, an Ole Miss graduate. The school is changing mascots in order to have one that is more politically correct. Some fans are upset about the change and would like to see the return of the old mascot, Colonel Reb, who has not been allowed to the games since 2003.
My opinion is that it is part of the history of the school. They shouldn't change it because it is part of the school spirit. I can understand if you don't care about the school, but if people go there they should have the mascot they like. Many college fans are crazy about their mascot. Why should this one be any different?
Many college mascots have been changed over time because of wanting to be politically correct.
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