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Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker delivered a powerful commencement address at Benedictine College last week, where he defended traditional family values and criticized radical gender ideology. The 28-year-old Christian, who is married with two children, spoke out against the sins of “pride” in the LGBT community, and he also called out President Joe Biden as a hypocrite.
Butker’s remarks drew backlash from leftists on social media, and a petition to have him removed from the Chiefs began circulating online. However, the NFL did not come to Butker’s defense. In fact, the league’s senior vice president and chief diversity and inclusion officer stated that Butker’s views are not those of the NFL as an organization.
NEW: Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker recently delivered a powerful commencement address to Benedictine College, where he took a bold stance against some of the prevailing societal norms.
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The NFL’s response to Butker’s speech has led to criticism from conservative voices, who argue that the league should have remained silent rather than distancing itself from Butker’s comments. They believe that the NFL’s emphasis on inclusivity and diversity detracts from the sport and that the league should focus on promoting the game instead.
Despite the controversy, Butker stands by his statements, including his defense of traditional family roles and his stance against abortion. Some conservatives have rallied behind Butker, expressing support for his commitment to speaking out on contentious issues.
As the 2024 election approaches, conservative commentators stress the importance of standing together to defend American values against what they perceive as attacks from elites and Big Tech. They invite readers to join the fight by becoming members of conservative news organizations like The Western Journal to help combat censorship and promote their beliefs.
