Is it time to reconsider Notre Dame's Fighting Irish nickname?

The Notre Dame mascot and nickname is based on an Irish stereotype. Now, in an age where we are reconsidering many traditions, this one deserves attention.

University of Notre Dame Athletics, Fighting Irish

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University of Notre Dame Athletics, Fighting Irish

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University of Notre Dame Athletics, Fighting Irish

Everlasting Gobstopper From Willy Wonka And The Chocolate

Notre Dame Debuts First Female Leprechaun Mascot In School's 177-year History WBAL NewsRadio 1090/FM

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Stereotypes of Irish people - Wikipedia