First , the term `` redskins '' is a pejorative , a racial slur . Simon Moya-Smith : People recognize prejudice , but not against Native Americans . Moya-Smith : Hollywood , Thanksgiving inspire `` playing Indian '' caricatures . " Comment: I'm a white guy who grew up in the south and have lived here for over 20 years now. Moya-Smith : Campaign is on to put real Native Americans in the public eye .
Simon Moya-Smith : People recognize prejudice , but not against Native Americans . Moya-Smith : Hollywood , Thanksgiving inspire `` playing Indian '' caricatures . " Comment: I'm a white guy who grew up in the south and have lived here for over 20 years now. Moya-Smith : Campaign is on to put real Native Americans in the public eye .