In the world of sports, athletes are known for voicing their opinions on various issues outside of their sport. But when those opinions don’t fit into the left’s narrative, the backlash can be fierce.
This is exactly what happened to Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker after his commencement speech at Benedictine College. But now, the head coach and star quarterback are speaking out in support of their teammate despite the attacks from the left.
One of the best parts of Harrison Butker’s commencement speech was his call for men to be leaders, providers & protectors for their families and communities as God has called them to.
“Be unapologetic in your masculinity” pic.twitter.com/pelBBOYYPH
— Jon Root (@JonnyRoot_) May 16, 2024
I’ve seen some terrible takes on Harrison Butker’s speech at Benedictine College, mostly from women, which is extremely disappointing. Feminist adjacent conservatives are the worst.
It’s clear how much he loves, respects, and is devoted to his wife.
pic.twitter.com/IxMNv7wwDN— Mary Rooke (@MaryRooke_) May 15, 2024
At a press conference on Wednesday, Coach Andy Reid and quarterback Patrick Mahomes made it clear that they stand by Butker and his right to express his opinions. They emphasized that the Chiefs organization embraces diversity and respect for differing opinions, something that makes America great.
They even shut down a reporter who tried to claim that Butker’s words were “ill” towards women. Coach Reid reminded the media that they too have differing opinions, and that’s what makes this country so special.
When asked a question about Butker’s speech, Andy Reid was absolutely savage in his answer regarding the media members they let in the room 💀 pic.twitter.com/SbBe01eHDM
— how bout those CHIEFS (@hbtCHIEFS) May 22, 2024
Mahomes, who has known Butker for seven years, also defended his teammate’s character. He acknowledged that they may not always agree on everything, but he judges Butker based on the person he is and the impact he wants to have on society. The star quarterback made it clear that he values Butker as a person and respects his right to express his beliefs.
JUST IN: Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid and QB Patrick Mahomes strongly defend kicker Harrison Butker for his pro-traditional values speech.
Reid even shot back after one reporter tried claiming that Butker was speaking “ill” of women.
Mahomes: “I’ve known [Harrison] for… pic.twitter.com/Lj9Hm8XLCv
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) May 22, 2024
But unfortunately, the left has taken Butker’s comments out of context, branding him as misogynistic and discriminatory. They have even gone as far as to start a petition to kick him off the Chiefs team. This kind of intolerance towards differing opinions is a dangerous trend in our society. We should be celebrating diversity of thought and embracing healthy debates, not silencing and punishing those who don’t fit into a narrow ideological box.
Good for them. Even Bill Maher stood up for Butker, too. This outrage was ridiculous. http://pic.twitter.com/I07KqfXiqv
— Mrs Denosko🇺🇸 🌝 (@Denosko1 ) May 22, 2024
In the end, the Chiefs’ unwavering support for their teammate serves as a reminder that individuals should not be judged solely based on their opinions but by their character. We should all follow the example Coach Reid and Mahomes set and learn to respect and value one another, regardless of our differing beliefs. That’s what makes America great – the freedom to express ourselves and the willingness to listen and learn from others.
