"We know that we cannot undo lifetimes of injustice and racism, but we believe we can make progress - in education, in advancing truth, reconciliation and justice, and in anti-racism, equality and working to eradicate inequities," Fuchs wrote.Florida also intends to remove any monuments or names across campus that are related to the Confederacy or its leaders.CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. "Accordingly University Athletics and the Gator Band will discontinue the use of the cheer. And I’m black.”Fuchs vowed that the University of Florida would conduct racial bias training for all current and new students and faculty. "The move is part of a concerted effort by Florida to address racism and inequality. The school’s athletic teams are known as the University of Florida Gators. Florida puts end to use of 'Gator Bait' cheer, song. By
It’s not a racist thing, it’s about us, the Gator Nation.
Quotes delayed at least 15 minutes. "While I know of no evidence of racism associated with our "Gator Bait" cheer at UF sporting events, there is horrific historic racist imagery associated with the phrase," he wrote in a press release.
Those steps include a three-part mission of education, research and engagement with the community; an effort to promote symbolism and behavior consistent with its values; and and increased focus on representation, inclusion, opportunity and accountability. USATSI Florida will discontinue the popular "Gator Bait" cheer at school-sanctioned sporting events, school president Kent Fuchs announced on Thursday.
In addition, the school will step up efforts to support the black community in the admissions process and through support of local small businesses.“This process will not be easy, and we will need to work together through the imperfections, missteps and complications that always accompany change.
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