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Maniacs Mascot Triggers Battle

There is a debate raging again over a popular high school mascot, the Orofino Maniacs. The city is also home to a state mental hospital. A recent newspaper editorial called the mascot and a proposal to put it on custom license plates offensive. A state lawmaker is proposing to make a custom license plate featuring the Maniacs logo and proceeds would go to support the school district. The Lewiston Tribune's editorial editor called the proposal offensive. The editorial also cited the state's lack of spending for mental health programs. The mayor of Orofino fought back against the statement/KTVB. More here.

Question: Do you consider Maniacs to be an appropriate mascot for a high school?



D.F. Oliveria
D.F. (Dave) Oliveria joined The Spokesman-Review in 1984. He currently is a columnist and compiles the Huckleberries Online blog and writes about North Idaho in his Huckleberries column.

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