Colonel Rebel Still Unemployed

With the recent economic downturn affecting millions of Americans through financial losses and massive layoffs, many are unsure of where to turn to next. Though for some, such as Colonel Rebel, this is nothing new.
Colonel Rebel was formerly employed with the University of Mississippi as its official mascot until he was ousted by the university's administration in 2003. Since then, Colonel Rebel says he's been hanging around Oxford, trying to find work.
"I've shown up at a few birthday parties and entertained at office Christmas parties, but nothing beats pacing up and down the sidelines, cheering on my favorite team," Col. Rebel said.
Col. Reb, affectionately known as "Johnny Reb", has also sought employment with other universities in hopes of becoming their official mascot.
"Unfortunately, most teams have a mascot by now. Maybe if some college starts up tomorrow, they'll want a lively old man to fire up their team's morale."
In an effort to distance itself from its turbulent and racially charged history, university officials Chancellor Robert Khayat and athletic director Pete Boone removed the beloved mascot citing his appearance and attire. Though thousands of alumni have voiced their disapproval, to this day, Colonel Rebel is still banned from attending official university functions. Unless he is ever summoned back to the sidelines, the Colonel plans to continue to collect unemployment checks and live out the rest of his life in Oxford.
"I may not be visible, but I'm content in knowing that I rest within the hearts of the Ole Miss faithful."

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