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South Park takes on the Washington Redskins' nickname controversy

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Comedy Central's South Park is promoting its 18th season by taking aim at the Washington Redskins' nickname.

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In a one-minute spot featuring caricatures of owner Dan Snyder, coach Jay Gruden and quarterback Robert Griffin III, South Park takes full advantage of the fact the team had its trademark revoked.

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According to The Washington Post, the ad ran during the fourth quarter of Washington's game Sunday against the Eagles.

- Dan Gartland

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