Steelers defend Aaron Rodgers' right to voice opinions after ESPN Fauci segment
The Aaron Rodgers segment on ESPN got folks on both sides of the Anthony Fauci debate quite riled up on Monday.People got angry at ESPN — some for allowing Rodgers on air at all, and others because he was steered away from discussing the Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel scandal on air.Some people defended Rodgers for calling out Fauci for pleading the Fifth Amendment 111 times during recent U.S. Senate hearings.AARON RODGERS EVISCERATES ANTHONY FAUCI AFTER PLEADING THE FIFTH AT SENATE HEARING: 'ABSOLUTE CRIMINAL'And others attacked Rodgers for lying about his COVID-19 vaccine status or otherwise just not agreeing with their viewpoint.The segment on "The Pat McAfee Show" left no safe space for anyone, including the "progrum" itself.The issue became so fiery on social media that the Pittsburgh Steelers felt the need to address the situation.So, the club is defending Rodgers and his right to voice his opinion."Discussions around culture and politics can bring differing perspectives, and our players are entitled to their own personal views," Steelers spokesman Burt Lauten said in a statement to Fox News Digital/OutKick."With respect to that, I am certain there are a variety of opinions on many topics within our locker room."It appears the Steelers believe that people, including their players, have a right to their own opinions.Imagine that.
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The Aaron Rodgers segment on ESPN got folks on both sides of the Anthony Fauci debate quite riled up on Monday.People got angry at ESPN — some for allowing Rodgers on air at all, and others because he was steered away from discussing the Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel scandal on air.Some people defended Rodgers for calling out Fauci for pleading the Fifth Amendment 111 times during recent U.S. Senate hearings.AARON RODGERS EVISCERATES ANTHONY FAUCI AFTER PLEADING THE FIFTH AT SENATE HEARING: 'ABSOLUTE CRIMINAL'And others attacked Rodgers for lying about his COVID-19 vaccine status or otherwise just not agreeing with their viewpoint.The segment on "The Pat McAfee Show" left no safe space for anyone, including the "progrum" itself.The issue became so fiery on social media that the Pittsburgh Steelers felt the need to address the situation.So, the club is defending Rodgers and his right to voice his opinion."Discussions around culture and politics can bring differing perspectives, and our players are entitled to their own personal views," Steelers spokesman Burt Lauten said in a statement to Fox News Digital/OutKick."With respect to that, I am certain there are a variety of opinions on many topics within our locker room."It appears the Steelers believe that people, including their players, have a right to their own opinions.Imagine that. It's as if the Steelers are located in America and have read the U.S. Constitution.CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGEChalk one up for freedom of expression.
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- The Aaron Rodgers segment on ESPN got folks on both sides of the Anthony Fauci debate quite riled up on Monday.People got angry at ESPN — some for allowing Rodgers on air at all, and others because he was steered away from discussing the Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel scandal on air.Some people defended Rodgers for calling out Fauci for pleading the Fifth Amendment 111 times during recent U.S. Senate hearings.AARON RODGERS EVISCERATES ANTHONY FAUCI AFTER PLEADING THE FIFTH AT SENATE HEARING: 'ABSOLUTE CRIMINAL'And others attacked Rodgers for lying about his COVID-19 vaccine status or otherwise just not agreeing with their viewpoint.The segment on "The Pat McAfee Show" left no safe space for anyone, including the "progrum" itself.The issue became so fiery on social media that the Pittsburgh Steelers felt the need to address the situation.So, the club is defending Rodgers and his right to voice his opinion."Discussions around culture and politics can bring differing perspectives, and our players are entitled to their own personal views," Steelers spokesman Burt Lauten said in a statement to Fox News Digital/OutKick."With respect to that, I am certain there are a variety of opinions on many topics within our locker room."It appears the Steelers believe that people, including their players, have a right to their own opinions.Imagine that.
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