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North Quincy High School Mascot Yakoo Gets New Look

NORTH QUINCY (CBS) - North Quincy High School is redesigning its mascot after some called it racially insensitive. The character of "Yakoo" was criticized for being a racist depiction of Native Americans.

He wears a Mohawk haircut and in some-versions has bright red skin. On Monday, Mayor Thomas Koch announced Yakoo will keep his name, but will now be dressed in a Revolutionary War outfit.

"It's certainly historic, speaks to our city," said Mayor Koch. "I think it takes anything that may have been offensive or perceived as offensive gone."

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North Quincy High School redesigned its mascot Yakoo (WBZ-TV)

Mayor Koch said it is possible the school could change its name from the Red Raiders, but that will be up to the principal.

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