National Federation of the Blind: Cowboys' Jerry Jones' Halloween Costume 'Harmful'
The National Federation of the Blind called out Jerry Jones over his Halloween costume.
The Dallas Cowboys owner decided to use Halloween to poke fun at NFL referees and dressed up like a blind referee, wearing a ref shirt, large sunglasses, and a white cane.
According to TMZ Sports, National Federation of the Blind Director of Public Relations Chris Danielsen called it "unfortunate" that Jones implied blind people are "incompetent," adding: "When anyone perpetuates that stereotype, it's harmful."
The 80-year-old Jones has owned the Cowboys since 1989, and he has always been among the most outspoken owners in the league on many issues, including officiating.
He could have been subject to punishment by the league for criticizing officials, but the NFL decided against disciplining him, per TMZ Sports.
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