reporter: well, jericka while many braves fans insist that their mascot and their team rituals like the tomahawk chop are meant to honor native american traditions. some say they still find the symbols offensive. a ritual among atlanta brave s baseball fans. the mimicked native american war chant dates back to the braves 1991 world series appearance as profiled by cbs sports. three decades later it continues, seemingly at odds with the traditions of native americans. brings to mind the warrior savage which has been a stereotype and just an image that has not been really positive. reporter: the issue has become a political flash point. former president trump on hand at saturday night s game performing the chop. these braves fans say the intention is not to offend.