The Truth Behind the Satirical Claim About Harrison Butker's Commencement Speech

Recently, a Facebook post has been circulating, claiming that Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker made controversial remarks about women and the 50’s & 60’s during his commencement speech.

The post includes a quote attributed to Butker, suggesting that he made derogatory comments about women and their priorities. However, upon closer examination, it becomes clear that this claim is false and originated from a satirical source.

The Facebook post in question features a photo of Harrison Butker with a quote that reads, “Everyone is taking what I said out of context. All I said is that we should go back to a better time, like the 50’s & 60’s.

 When men were men, and women had more babies than thoughts. When the only ‘Me too’ movement was one woman saying she was ready for her 4th child, and another woman agreeing.” The post has been shared multiple times and has caused a stir on social media platforms.

However, it is important to note that this quote is not a genuine statement made by Harrison Butker. The claim originated from a satirical Facebook page known as The Sports Memery, which explicitly states that it posts content that is satire and parody.

The quote was shared as part of their satirical content and was not meant to be taken as a genuine statement from Butker.

In reality, Butker’s original comments during his commencement speech at Benedictine College were focused on different topics. He made remarks that were highly criticized, particularly regarding women and the LGBTQ+ community.

Butker told female graduates that they had been told “diabolical lies“ about the careers they wish to pursue and suggested that the majority of them are most excited about marriage and having children. These comments sparked controversy and led to criticism from various quarters.

It is important to differentiate between the actual remarks made by Butker during his speech and the satirical quote that has been falsely attributed to him.

The satirical nature of the quote has been confirmed, and there is no evidence from credible sources or Butker’s own social media page to suggest that he made such a statement.

This incident also highlights the phenomenon of "stolen satire," where satirical content is captured via screenshot and reposted in a way that makes it appear to be legitimate news.

This can lead to misinformation and confusion among readers, as they may be misled into believing that the satirical content is genuine.

In conclusion, the claim that Harrison Butker made derogatory remarks about women and the 50’s & 60’s during his commencement speech is false. The quote in question originated from a satirical source and was not a genuine statement made by Butker.

It is important to critically evaluate information circulating on social media and verify the authenticity of claims before accepting them as true.

As always, it is crucial to rely on credible sources and fact-checking mechanisms to ensure that misinformation is not perpetuated.

In the age of social media, being vigilant about the content we consume and share is essential in combating the spread of false information.

Let us strive to promote accurate and responsible discourse, both online and offline, by critically assessing the information we encounter and sharing it with integrity.