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So, the Redskins would have us believe that because they got a flighty, minority assistant coach to conduct a token interview for a not-yet-vacant head coaching gig , they aren’t a racist organization.Please.We’ve had the discussion about what’s in a name, and for all intents and purposes on their end, the Redskins have succeeded in making folks tired of hearing about it. But this is an entirely different method of minority madness; one that speaks to an inherent problem this organization has shouldered since the days of George Preston Marshall.It’s not that they keep us out, it’s that they don’t treat us well when we’re inside the doors.To be clear, this isn’t a habit started by Daniel Snyder, but it is certainly one he doesn’t mind propagating throughout his dealings. No, Snyder didn’t stubbornly refuse integration until receiving a mandate from the halls of Congress. No, he didn’t rename Palmer Park, MD "Raljon," and to my knowledge, he has never publicly endorsed D.C.’s biggest racial stereotype, Chief Zee.But can you recall a time where an African-American was bandied around for any of Snyder’s bi-annual coaching changes Of all the teams where there is significant African-American interest and participation, local owners have been progressive about hiring black coaches. Part of Abe Pollin’s legend is a unique dedication to equitable hiring practices of African-American coaches and executives.The Washington Nationals have had two minority managers since moving to the city and they’ve not been shy about pursuing and signing minority free agents.And yeah, black players and staff are right up Snyder’s alley Assistants, coordinators, no problem. But between former Skins’ defensive coordinators Ray Rhodes and Marvin Lewis, and every other prominent black coach or coordinator that has cycled in and out of NFL positions when sparingly allowed, not one has been good enough to at least make the Redskins’ rumor millAnd how many bad quarterbacks have the Redskins had since 1999 How many of them have had to endure the kind of innuendo and rumors that Jason Campbell has had to endure They at least got the courtesy of being shipped out. No questions asked, no room for speculative emotions.Racism is not an easy thing to define or to accept for anyone.

We all have it; we all use it to our advantage for one reason or another. But the gracious among us at least are willing to challenge ourselves to better thinking habits when we know it can prohibit professional or personal betterment. We’re smart enough to know that outside of surviving in a foreign place or circumstance, racism will never help you get anywhere.It seems that Snyder hasn’t learned that lesson well, despite the lineage of ignorant money-wielders that preceded him. Nobody gave the Dallas Cowboys much of a chance.On paper, they seemed like they were in over their heads.After all, they haven't won in December in ages, and they were about to go into New Orleans against a high-powered offense in the unfriendly confines of the Superdome.The story of this game wasn't necessarily the Saints kissing their perfect season goodbye.It was DeMarcus Ware's courageous effort.This, mind you, is the same DeMarcus Ware who was carried off the field on a stretcher just one week ago.As early as Saturday afternoon, he was doubtful to play, and it seemed like the Cowboys would have to contain Drew Brees without their best pass rusher.But Ware toughed it out, and turned in one heck of a stellar performance.Two sacks, along with two forced fumbles, one of which ended the Saints' final drive, made Ware the unquestionable star of this tilt.It was enough to make a rabid pro-Saints crowd leave in stunned silence.There were other stars too.

Tony Romo threw for 312 yards, and Marion Barber turned in a solid performance with two scores.As for the Saints, they'll be defined by Drew Brees' lackluster effort, getting sacked four times, losing a fumble, and throwing a pick.It is important topoint out that the No. 1 seed in the NFC has meant nothing over the past two seasons, as both teams to who held that seed lost their first playoff game.But like the city they play in, the Saints have the ability to bounce back and finish strong.I just wouldn't punch their ticket to Miami quite yet.Elsewhere in Week 15 action:Give the Jaguars credit, they hung in there and made their loss to the Colts an entertaining game.Brad Childress had good intentions in wanting to bench Brett Favre to protect his body. Favre, however, is too much of a competitor to want to take a seat. Even at his advanced age.If only the Jets' offense could have found a pulse, they'd still be breathing down the Patriots' necks.Give Phillip Rivers a lot of credit too: Driving a team down the field in 51 seconds to set up a game-winning field goal is no small feat.My prayers and sympathy go out to the Bengals, their fans, and the Henry family for the unfortunate tragedy thatoccurred last week.While it was true that Randy Moss bounced back, his self-righteous discourse in comparing himself to Atlas by saying he could carry the world on his shoulders, was a bit much for my taste.Talk about a turnaround! It may not be enough to land them in the playoffs, but the Titans getting back to .500 after a horrid start is something.The Steelers MikeWallace did a great impression of teammate Santonio Holmes by making a great catch with no time left on the clock to win the game.