Kylie Kelce Speaks Out On Harrison Butker 'Homemakers' Speech

The discussion around Harrison Butker's graduation speech continues, and Kylie Kelce is the latest example.

Kelce, the wife of former Philadelphia Eagles lineman Jason Kelce, recently did an interview with Cheddar where she was asked about the contents of Butker's speech, where he said he believes that the importance of having children and raising them has been diminished.

"I think everyone is entitled to their own opinion," Kelce answered. "I hope that if anyone does not align with those views in that graduating class they know that they have just achieved something that no one can take away from them. Their education will stick with them for the rest of their lives."

She continued by saying that choosing either path is valuable and justifiable.

"I hope they were appropriately celebrated if that was not their view, and if it was and they're looking forward to making a family and being a stay at home mom, then more power to them," she said.

She also added: "I think that as women we should support each other in our choices and making sure that we feel as though we can do whatever we would like to do. So hopefully those graduating women know that at the very least I'm very proud of them, and I hope that they go on to do whatever it is that makes their heart happy."

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 11: (L-R) Ryan Hammond and Kylie Kelce attend 2023 Night of Too Many Stars benefiting NEXT for AUTISM at Beacon Theatre on December 11, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Night of Too Many Stars)

Kylie Kelce Gives Common Sense Answers On Butker Speech

This is the obvious answer to someone being asked about what Butker said. People can choose their own path, and there's value to be found in different places. She seemed to imply that Butker's speech downplayed the achievements of the assembled graduates. And there's a case to be made that he could have chosen his words better, considering the setting. 

But it's also important to highlight that there are other options for women, not just following down the corporate path. Butker did that, and Kelce didn't criticize him for it. 

The key takeaway is that people are allowed to have different perspectives. Butker's views are not an abhorrent, unacceptable violation of societal norms. And those who disagree are free to do so without calling for him to be "canceled" or ostracized.

See how easy it can be to discuss issues and viewpoints without stooping to unnecessary hyperbolic extremism?