Source: BroBible
Summary
Caitlin Clark, a WNBA player, declined to comment on teammate Sophie Cunningham’s comments about transgender athletes in youth sports. Conservative media personality Megyn Kelly called Clark a “coward” for refusing to answer. Dave Portnoy, founder of Barstool Sports, defended Clark, calling Kelly a “moron” and an “idiot” for her take. The two are now engaged in a public feud. Clark is currently averaging 21.5 points and 7.9 assists per game in her third WNBA season.
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The habit of outrage gets a new name.
Caitlin Clark just wants to play ball, but Megyn Kelly wants her to be a culture war chess piece. Dave Portnoy defends Clark, saying she doesn’t owe anyone her opinion. The conservative media apparatus is at odds over Clark’s response. The feud is a perfect example of how sports and politics can get tangled.
Clark’s silence is reframed as a sign of strength, not weakness.
Author: Evan Null
