Since you *can* obtain “special permission” to use names of famous or notorious people do you think if the owner was a black woman they’d not grant such permission? Remember, they’re a literal gatekeeper for the state here and as such should not be allowed the broad rights afforded to truly private organizations.
As others have said, Redmond can call his horse anything he wants. But if he wants to race it at a public track, "names that may be offensive to religious, political or ethnic groups" won't be approved.
It's common sense, and common law under our 'fighting words' type codes.
Since you *can* obtain "special permission" to use names of famous or notorious people do you think if the owner was a black woman they'd not grant such permission?
Other blacks, or political supporters of Jefferson could [probably would] find the name offensive, as Sally is still a controversial political figure.
Remember, they're a literal gatekeeper for the state here and as such should not be allowed the broad rights afforded to truly private organizations.
Correct, the jockey club are gatekeepers for a public event. 'Fighting word' names for racehorses are not a wise mix with gambling/booze.