[oman]

But there is no surcharge on the Redskins.  Nobody can sue the Redskins for damages for being called the Redskins.  The government is not taxing the Redskins for using the word "Redskins".  None of your examples apply here.

The loss of registration doesn't even prevent the Redskins from suing infringers under common law, since there is no requirement that the trademark be registered in the United States.  Yeah, their protections aren't as strong, but it is unclear that the Redskins are going to be significantly harmed by the decision.  The decision is more symbolic than anything else.

BC

So just to be clear, in your opinion, there is no financial negative effect on the organization, and they are in the same position financially as the Cowboys, Vikings or Ravens? 

[oman]

But there is no surcharge on the Redskins.  Nobody can sue the Redskins for damages for being called the Redskins.  The government is not taxing the Redskins for using the word "Redskins".  None of your examples apply here.

The loss of registration doesn't even prevent the Redskins from suing infringers under common law, since there is no requirement that the trademark be registered in the United States.  Yeah, their protections aren't as strong, but it is unclear that the Redskins are going to be significantly harmed by the decision.  The decision is more symbolic than anything else.

BC

So just to be clear, in your opinion, there is no financial negative effect on the organization, and they are in the same position financially as the Cowboys, Vikings or Ravens?