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James Traficant: “the Washington Redskins, one of the most storied teams in American history: Sammy Baugh, Jurgensen, Huff, Taylor…”

On the recordSeptember 24, 1996
the Washington Redskins, one of the most storied teams in American history: Sammy Baugh, Jurgensen, Huff, Taylor, Theismann, Riggins, Monk, Jacoby, on and on. The NFL franchise that represents the Nation's Capital, the NFL franchise that represents the great courage, tenacity of our great Native Americans, now is known as the team that has made Nissan their official vehicle. Beam me up. The Washington Redskins now ride a war horse made in Japan. Unbelievable. Now tell me what is wrong with Ford; how about Chevy, Jeep, Chrysler? Do they not matter to America anymore? I think the Washington Redskins will realize one thing: No wonder the American people consider the Dallas Cowboys America's team. Shame, Washington Redskins, shame. My colleagues, this is not meant to be a joke. I yield back the balance of all the profits going to Japan from products being bought by American people and advertised by American celebrities.
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James Traficant
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Criticizing the Washington Redskins for choosing Nissan as their official vehicle.

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