@msmayday1.0: Harrison Butker, the Kansas City Chiefs kicker, faced significant backlash following his commencement speech at Benedictine College in May 2024. Critics labeled his remarks as sexist, homophobic, and anti-Semitic, prompting responses from various organizations and individuals. Key Controversial Remarks: • On Women’s Roles: Butker suggested that many women are more excited about marriage and motherhood than pursuing careers, stating, “I think it is you, the women, who have had the most diabolical lies told to you.” • On Homemaking: He emphasized that his wife found fulfillment in her role as a homemaker, implying it was a woman’s highest calling. • On LGBTQ+ Issues: Butker referred to Pride Month as representing a “deadly sin” and criticized “dangerous gender ideologies.” • On Abortion and Reproductive Rights: He condemned abortion, IVF, surrogacy, and euthanasia, attributing them to “the pervasiveness of disorder.” Reactions: • Benedictine College Nuns: The nuns from Mount St. Scholastica condemned Butker’s speech, stating it did not reflect the college’s values and promoted division. • NFL Response: The NFL clarified that Butker’s views were his own and did not represent the league’s stance, reaffirming its commitment to inclusion. • Public Petition: An online petition garnered over 130,000 signatures, calling for Butker’s removal from the Chiefs due to his controversial comments. Butker’s Stance: Despite the criticism, Butker stood by his remarks, stating that they opened up meaningful conversations with his teammates and that he would continue to share his beliefs. #kansascit#kansascitychiefso#womenp#womeninsportsf#health##Fitnessg#womensrightsnB#HarrisonButkerr#ControversialSpeechi#BenedictineCollegel#NFLn#Inclusionh#LGBTQRightsg#WomensRightsD#AbortionDebaten#TraditionalValuesa#PublicReactions

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