On Wednesday, June 18th, the Trademark Trial & Appeal Board (TTAB), an administrative arm of the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), ruled the NFL Washington “Redskins” trademark should be canceled on the grounds that it is disparaging to Native Americans.
If you’re an early bird, tune into The Matt McGill Morning Show onWVON 1690AM “The Talk of Chicago” (wvon.com) Thursday June 19th at 8:05 AM ET/7:05 AM CT to hear me analyze what the cancellation ruling says and, more importantly, what it means. If you’re not in Chicago or able to tune in via the radio, listen live at
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Matt McGill is one the country’s premier morning-drive personalities. As a host on one of the nation’s only Urban Talk radio stations, McGill’s morning show is the only locally produced program which targets affluent African-American adults in what is the largest market in the country. McGill offers substantive conversation mixed with his own brand of observational humor, making him a favorite amongst Chicago’s movers and shakers; business and community leader; as well as politicians.