WATCH Tanya Snyder conjures controversy by using controversial nickname at Commanders rally
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At the end of her speech, which is clipped bc of Twitter’s 140-sec limit, she gave a well-received, “Hail to the Redskins!”Tanya Snyder: “It’s a day for us to celebrate the history, legacy and tradition of the burgundy and gold.”At the end of her speech, which is clipped bc of Twitter’s 140-sec limit, she gave a well-received, “Hail to the Redskins!” Here’s the end of the video of Tanya Snyder, which includes her “Hail to the Redskins” (:20). This is the first season that the team has been referred to as the Washington Commanders. In the last two seasons, they were simply known as the Washington Football Team before deciding on a new mascot. After decades of backlash over the use of the offensive term, Snyder decided to finally change his team's name. With all of the controversy that the team is already facing, including allegations of a toxic workplace culture and financial anomalies, this situation won't help. Former employees have accused the owner of sexual harassment and assault. The U.S. Congress has opened its own investigation into fraudulent revenue postings. It certainly adds insult to injury to the reputation that Washington has garnered as of late.
WATCH Tanya Snyder conjures controversy by using controversial nickname at Commanders rally
The Washington Commanders held a rally for former players (left), team owner Dan Snyder (right). The Snyder family can't seem to keep themselves out of controversy lately. The held a rally before Sunday afternoon's game against the Green Bay Packers. The game honored former Washington players who were honored at halftime. Some chose to boycott the celebration amidst allegations against team owner Dan Snyder, who is currently under investigation by the NFL and the Federal Trade Commission. While he hasn't made many public appearances lately, his wife, , who is the Washington Commanders' co-CEO, spoke at the rally. She welcomed fans and introduced alumni who were also there to talk to the fans. After welcoming the former players on stage, she used the Commanders' former name, the Redskins, followed by a cheer to defeat the Packers. "Hail to the Redskins! And let’s beat Green Bay." Here’s the end of the video of Tanya Snyder, which includes her “Hail to the Redskins” (:20). Tanya Snyder: “It’s a day for us to celebrate the history, legacy and tradition of the burgundy and gold.”At the end of her speech, which is clipped bc of Twitter’s 140-sec limit, she gave a well-received, “Hail to the Redskins!”Tanya Snyder: “It’s a day for us to celebrate the history, legacy and tradition of the burgundy and gold.”At the end of her speech, which is clipped bc of Twitter’s 140-sec limit, she gave a well-received, “Hail to the Redskins!” Here’s the end of the video of Tanya Snyder, which includes her “Hail to the Redskins” (:20). This is the first season that the team has been referred to as the Washington Commanders. In the last two seasons, they were simply known as the Washington Football Team before deciding on a new mascot. After decades of backlash over the use of the offensive term, Snyder decided to finally change his team's name. With all of the controversy that the team is already facing, including allegations of a toxic workplace culture and financial anomalies, this situation won't help. Former employees have accused the owner of sexual harassment and assault. The U.S. Congress has opened its own investigation into fraudulent revenue postings. It certainly adds insult to injury to the reputation that Washington has garnered as of late.