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Claim: claims Mitt Romney has purportedly threatened to leave the Republican Party and join the Democrats (Post, 2023-07-19)
Evidence (2022-04-02): Of course, this guy has been known to change his mind—or to forget what he said previously. Still, it’s good news...for now.
Claim: claims Mitt Romney has purportedly threatened to leave the Republican Party and join the Democrats (Post, 2023-07-19)
Evidence (2024-02-08): Many Americans weren’t so sure. In the Republican primaries, Romney encountered skepticism from conservative evangelicals such as the megachurch pastor Robert Jeffress, who declared Mormonism a "cult" from the "pit of hell." On MSNBC, Lawrence O’Donnell sneered that Romney’s Church had been founded by a guy who "got caught having sex with the maid and explained to his wife that God told him to do it." In Slate, Jacob Weisberg argued that no one who believed in "such a transparent and recent fraud" as Mormonism could be trusted with the presidency. Meanwhile, Romney’s all-American persona—cultivated by generations of assimilators—proved to be a political liability. With his Mormon-dad diction (all those hecks and holy cows and goshdarnits) and his penchant for reciting "America the Beautiful" on the stump ("I love the patriotic hymns"), Romney seemed like a relic—a "latter-day Beaver Cleaver," as one Boston Globe writer put it. To those familiar with Mormon history, the irony was notable. "It is now because Mormons occupy what used to be the center that they fall into contempt," wrote Terryl Givens, a Latter-day Saint scholar.
Claim: claims Mitt Romney has purportedly threatened to leave the Republican Party and join the Democrats (Post, 2023-07-19)
Evidence (2021-04-27): The two-party system has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past several decades. Once the party of New Dealers and Southern segregationists, the Democrats have evolved into a coalition of the softer side of the metropolitan establishment and a progressive wing the party leadership hates. And the GOP, once the party of the northeastern WASP elite, has evolved into a coalition of plutocrats and an enraged provincial petite bourgeoisie (often mistaken for the "white working class"). [...] Without downplaying the importance of the transformation of the Democrats — always a party of capital that had to pretend not to be one for electoral purposes — it must be said that the change in the GOP and the growth of the Right are a far more interesting story, because that’s where the organized energy among the bourgeoisie has been for decades.
Claim: claims Mitt Romney has purportedly threatened to leave the Republican Party and join the Democrats (Post, 2023-07-19)
Evidence (2020-01-31): Two other GOP senators remain undecided — Utah's Mitt Romney and Alaska's Lisa Murkowski. Both indicated they wouldn't announce their decisions until Friday morning, although Romney's office said late Thursday that he's said "repeatedly" he wants to hear from former National Security Adviser John Bolton and "thus will vote for the motion tomorrow." Four GOP senators would have to join all the Democrats to ensure the testimony of witnesses. Even if both Murkowski and Romney were to vote in favor of calling witnesses, it would likely result in a 50-50 stalemate. [...] Romney's office told CBS News the senator has said "repeatedly" he wants to hear from Bolton and "thus will vote for the motion tomorrow."
Claim: Kansas City Chiefs co-owner Clark Hunt told his players, coach and staff that he would "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand for the playing of the national anthem. (Viral Post, 2020-05-25)
Evidence (2020-05-25): Hunt did not say the statement, though he publicly expressed support for his player standing during the national anthem in the past.
Claim: Kansas City Chiefs co-owner Clark Hunt told his players, coach and staff that he would "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand for the playing of the national anthem. (Viral Post, 2020-05-25)
Evidence (2020-07-10): FACT CHECK: Did Kansas City Chiefs Owner Clark Hunt Say He Would ‘Immediately Fire’ Players And Staff Who Don’t Stand For The National Anthem? [...] "You are all simply paid performers on a stage and that field is my stage," Hunt allegedly said. "You will stand, with your hand over your heart and with respect, when our country’s national anthem is being played or you will no longer be a Kansas City Chief, a coach for the Kansas City Chiefs or have any association with the Chiefs organization. I will immediately fire you, no matter who you are!" [...] The claim that Hunt threatened to "immediately fire" players and staff who do not stand for the anthem resurfaced after NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said in a video statement that the league believes "black lives matter." His announcement supporting players’ peaceful protests came amid demonstrations against racial injustice and police brutality that were sparked by the death of George Floyd, a black man who died in Minneapolis police custody in late May.
Claim: Kansas City Chiefs co-owner Clark Hunt told his players, coach and staff that he would "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand for the playing of the national anthem. (Viral Post, 2020-05-25)
Evidence (2024-09-07): Clark Knobel Hunt (born February 19, 1965) is an American billionaire and businessman who is chairman and CEO of the National Football League (NFL)'s Kansas City Chiefs and a founding investor-owner in Major League Soccer. Hunt is chairman of Hunt Sports Group, where he oversees the operations of the Chiefs, FC Dallas and, formerly, the Columbus Crew of MLS.[1] He is the son of Chiefs founder Lamar Hunt and his second wife Norma Hunt, and is the grandson of oil tycoon H. L. Hunt. As of 2023, he had an estimated net worth of $2 billion.[2] [...] - ^ "Clark Hunt's words prove he's among greatest owners in NFL". January 13, 2019. [...] - ^ Pease, Joshua. "Kansas City Chiefs CEO Clark Hunt: 'My identity is my faith in Christ'". Sports Spectrum. Retrieved January 19, 2020.
Claim: Kansas City Chiefs co-owner Clark Hunt told his players, coach and staff that he would "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand for the playing of the national anthem. (Viral Post, 2020-05-25)
Evidence (2024-07-29): Clark Hunt (b. 1965) is now the owner of the Chiefs, and runs the team. He's married to Tavia Shackles (b. 1971), and they have three children: Gracie (b. 1999), Knobel (b. 2002), and Ava (b. 2006). Here's the family at after this year's AFC Championship win: [...] The family are outspoken about their Christian faith, with Clark saying, "In our family, it’s faith, family and football, and in that order. That’s a challenge, but it’s something we really focus on as a family and it’s the No. 1 thing in our lives." The Hunts have also welcomed Taylor Swift into the "Chiefs Kingdom" (the name of the Chiefs fanbase) with open arms, gifting her a Judith Leiber purse. "I've had a chance to meet her at one of the many games that she's attended this year, and she's just as sweet as she can be," Clark said. "I also got to see her play here twice this past summer, and what an incredible performer. Just one of the most amazing artists of our time."
Claim: Kansas City Chiefs co-owner Clark Hunt told his players, coach and staff that he would "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand for the playing of the national anthem. (Viral Post, 2020-05-25)
Evidence (2024-10-08): Kansas City Chiefs chairman and CEO Clark Hunt on creating winning cultures All photos in this article are courtesy of the Kansas City Chiefs. Clark Hunt, SMU ’86, is a prominent sports executive and businessman, best known as the chairman and CEO of the Kansas City Chiefs and co-owner of FC Dallas. He credits his leadership philosophy style to what he learned under his legendary sports pioneer father Lamar Hunt’s tutelage and his time at Texas Delta. His natural inclination to hard work began in high school, excelling in sports and academics, and he carried this through his university experience by excelling as captain of the SMU Mustangs soccer team. After graduating first in his class and working at Goldman Sachs, he stepped into leading the family’s sports franchises. Clark emphasizes the importance of culture, teamwork, and surrounding oneself with great people, all lessons he learned at Texas Delta. Phi Delta Theta is excited to announce that Clark Hunt will be inducted into the Sports Hall of Fame in Dallas, Texas, on April 10, 2025.
Claim: Kansas City Chiefs co-owner Clark Hunt told his players, coach and staff that he would "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand for the playing of the national anthem. (Viral Post, 2020-05-25)
Evidence (2023-12-04): Entertainment Sports Football All About Clark Hunt, Chairman and CEO of the Kansas City Chiefs Clark Hunt inherited ownership of the current Super Bowl champs in 2006 from Lamar Hunt, who founded the Kansas City Chiefs in 1963 By Skyler Caruso Skyler Caruso Skyler Caruso is a Writer and Reporter of PEOPLE Digital Entertainment. She joined PEOPLE in 2021, but has eight years of experience working in digital publishing with a focus on entertainment and pop culture news. People Editorial Guidelines Published on December 4, 2023 06:09PM EST Close Photo: Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Clark Hunt was born into a football family. While the chairman and CEO of the Kansas City Chiefs has led the reigning Super Bowl-winning team for the past two decades, he's been a part of the organization his entire life. Clark's father, Lamar Hunt, founded the Chiefs in 1963 after he moved his original team from Dallas to Kansas City. Upon Lamar's death in 2006, Clark, along with his siblings, inherited ownership of the Kansas City team. Though co-owner, Clark is the operating head of and a driving force behind the Chiefs.
Claim: Kansas City Chiefs co-owner Clark Hunt told his players, coach and staff that he would "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand for the playing of the national anthem. (Viral Post, 2020-05-25)
Evidence (2023-11-09): Chiefs Owner Clark Hunt on National Anthem Protests-Fiction! Clark Hunt, the owner and CEO of the Kansas City Chiefs, told coaches, players and staff that they are "paid performers on a stage" and ordered them to stand during the national anthem. [...] Clark Hunt, CEO and Owner of the Kansas City #Chiefs called a meeting with all of his Coaches, Players and field staff and firmly told them, "You are all simply paid performers on a stage and that field is my stage! You will stand, with your hand over your heart and with respect, when our Country’s National Anthem is being played or you will no longer be a Kansas City Chief, a Coach for the Kansas City Chiefs or have any association with the Chiefs Organization! I will immediately fire you, no matter who you are! You can make your political statements off the field, but why you’re employed by me and I’m signing your check, I demand that you make our fans proud and not embarrass them."
Claim: Kansas City Chiefs co-owner Clark Hunt told his players, coach and staff that he would "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand for the playing of the national anthem. (Viral Post, 2020-05-25)
Evidence (2020-11-30): Did Kansas City Chief's boss Clark Hunt threaten to fire players and staff if they do not stand for the national anthem? No, that's not true: This is a made-up statement that has been falsely attributed to the CEO and part-owner of the NFL team and also to other NFL owners in the past. [...] Clark Hunt, CEO and Owner of the Kansas City #Chiefs called a meeting with all of his Coaches, Players, and field staff and firmly told them, "You are all simply paid performers on a stage and that field is my stage! You will stand, with your hand over your heart and with respect, when our Country's National Anthem is being played or you will no longer be a Kansas City Chief, a Coach for the Kansas City Chiefs or have any association with the Chiefs Organization! [...] Brad Gee, the director of communications for the Kansas City Chiefs, confirmed with Lead Stories that Hunt never made that statement.
Claim: Kansas City Chiefs co-owner Clark Hunt told his players, coach and staff that he would "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand for the playing of the national anthem. (Viral Post, 2020-05-25)
Evidence (2017-09-03): "You are all simply paid performers on a stage and that field is my stage," the statement says. "You will stand, with your hand over your heart and with respect, when our country’s national anthem is being played or you will no longer be a Kansas City Chief, a coach for the Kansas City Chiefs or have any association with the Chiefs organization. I will immediately fire you, no matter who you are!" [...] Here’s what Hunt has actually said about anthem protests: "It’s not something where I’ve spoken specifically to the players or any specific player about it. But the entire team knows that our desire is for them to stand during the national anthem." [...] The Kansas City Star, No, Clark Hunt didn’t say this about the anthem … it’s an old debunked rumor, Sept. 7, 2017
Claim: Kansas City Chiefs co-owner Clark Hunt told his players, coach and staff that he would "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand for the playing of the national anthem. (Viral Post, 2020-05-25)
Evidence (2023-02-03): Clark Hunt: Everything We Know About The Kansas City Chiefs' Owner [...] Clark Hunt turned some heads due to his statement regarding the Black Lives Matter movement around the time former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick started kneeling during the national anthem. In 2017, Hunt released a statement that verbalized his wishes for his Kansas City Chiefs players to stand during the anthem. "I believe in honoring the American flag and supporting all of those whose sacrifices protect the many freedoms we have in this country, including the right to have differences of opinion," he said. He also acknowledged that people need to "engage one another with empathy and humility to gain a better understanding of ways we can work together to solve these difficult issues." [...] Hunt also received criticism after a strongly worded Facebook post that was said to be from his personal account circulated around the internet. The post said if you don't stand during the national anthem, you're not a Chief. However, PolitiFact deemed the post to be fake.
Claim: Kansas City Chiefs co-owner Clark Hunt told his players, coach and staff that he would "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand for the playing of the national anthem. (Viral Post, 2020-05-25)
Evidence (2017-09-08): A fake letter from Kansas City owner Clark Hunt is circulating on social media, in which Hunt allegedly prohibited his players from protesting the national anthem. [...] You will stand, with your hand over your heart and with respect, when our Country's National Anthem is being played or you will no longer be a Kansas City Chief, a Coach for the Kansas City Chiefs or any association with the Chiefs Organization! I Will immediately fire you, no matter who you are!" You can make your political statements off the field, but when you're employed by me and I'm signing your check,
Claim: Kansas City Chiefs co-owner Clark Hunt told his players, coach and staff that he would "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand for the playing of the national anthem. (Viral Post, 2020-05-25)
Evidence (2024-01-01): Clark Hunt has been the driving force behind the resurgence of the Kansas City Chiefs, transforming the iconic franchise into one of the most successful teams in the National Football League. [...] Hunt extended the contracts of Reid, General Manager Brett Veach and Team President Mark Donovan in April 2024, ensuring the leadership of the club's football and business operations will remain in place for years to come. [...] The son of legendary American sports pioneer and Chiefs Founder Lamar Hunt, Clark Hunt has built upon his father's legacy by ensuring the Chiefs organization remains focused on its core mission: Honor Tradition, Unite our Community, Win with Character and Inspire our Fans.
Claim: Kansas City Chiefs co-owner Clark Hunt told his players, coach and staff that he would "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand for the playing of the national anthem. (Viral Post, 2020-05-25)
Evidence (2023-08-09): CHIEFS CHAIRMAN AND CEO CLARK HUNT [...] HUNT: "As you guys have probably read or seen elsewhere the league and the player's union are discussing that policy right now. So there's really nothing to report on that. We're not doing anything on it and until the league tells us what the policy is there's nothing really to talk about." [...] HUNT: "We've not specifically talked about the anthem but we have talked extensively about the league's and the Chiefs' social justice initiative both in a group setting and with the players individually. I've talked to them about getting involved in the community and making a difference in causes they care about. Now that's not something new for the Chiefs. It's something that's been going in Kansas City since my dad brought the team here in 1963 and we're extremely proud of the work that our players do in the community. We've had five guys win the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award over the years and I've challenged the players to get out there and make a difference. There are so many of them who have a great heart and spend a lot of time and want to get involved. I've told them we'll support you not only with human resources but also financially in causes that you care about."
Claim: Kansas City Chiefs co-owner Clark Hunt told his players, coach and staff that he would "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand for the playing of the national anthem. (Viral Post, 2020-05-25)
Evidence (2021-04-30): CLAIM: Kansas City Chief CEO and owner Clark Hunt told NFL players, coaches and staff that they are all "simply paid performers on a stage" and he will "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand, with their hand over their heart, during the playing of the national anthem. [...] Hunt has publicly stated in years past that he prefers players to stand during the national anthem but several Chiefs players have sat or taken a knee during the national anthem, without being fired, including star tight end Travis Kelce. In 2017, after President Donald Trump called on NFL owners to fire players who didn’t stand during the national anthem. Hunt responded with a formal statement, saying he believes in "honoring the American flag" but encouraged everyone to "work together to solve these difficult issues."
Claim: Kansas City Chiefs co-owner Clark Hunt told his players, coach and staff that he would "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand for the playing of the national anthem. (Viral Post, 2020-05-25)
Evidence (2024-02-15): Mr. Hunt called a meeting with all of his Coaches, Players and field staff and firmly told them, "You are all simply paid performers on a stage and that field is my stage! You will stand, with your hand over your heart and with respect, when our Country's National Anthem is being played or you will no longer be a Kansas City Chief, a Coach for the Kansas City Chiefs or have any association with the Chiefs Organization! I will immediately fire you, no matter who you are!" You can make your political statements off the field, but when you're employed by me and I'm signing your check, I demand that you make our fans proud and not embarrass them."
Claim: Kansas City Chiefs co-owner Clark Hunt told his players, coach and staff that he would "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand for the playing of the national anthem. (Viral Post, 2020-05-25)
Evidence (2017-09-25): LOUDON, N.H. — NASCAR legend and team owner Richard Petty says he’ll fire any drivers who protest the national anthem. "Anybody that don’t stand up for the anthem ought to be out of the country. Period. What got ’em where they’re at? The United States," Petty told the Associated Press. [...] Other coaches and players locked arms during the anthem.
Claim: Kansas City Chiefs co-owner Clark Hunt told his players, coach and staff that he would "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand for the playing of the national anthem. (Viral Post, 2020-05-25)
Evidence (2017-09-24): A number of Chargers players stood with their arms interlocked and otherssat. Some Chiefs players knelt, including linebacker Justin Houston who knelt towards the players bench "I believe in honoring the American flag and supporting all of those who sacrifices protect the many freedoms we have in this country, including the right to have differences of opinion," Chiefs Chairman and CEO Clark Hunt said in a statement. [...] "Some of our local players chose to sit during the National Anthem, which will not be supported or praised at WOW," WOW Cafe & Wingery of St. Bernard wrote on its Facebook page. [...] Other coaches and players locked arms during the anthem.
Claim: Kansas City Chiefs co-owner Clark Hunt told his players, coach and staff that he would "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand for the playing of the national anthem. (Viral Post, 2020-05-25)
Evidence (2016-08-27): — Brandon Marshall, Denver Broncos linebacker, Nov. 6, 2016 - Nov. 11, 2016 I do think the right thing is for all the players and coaches on the sideline to stand during the national anthem and pay the respect that our flag and the people who have given their life for it deserve. At the same time, I understand we have players who are concerned about racial relations in this country, which is a very important subject. I just don’t believe that the national anthem is really the right place to voice your displeasure with that. — Clark Hunt, Kansas City Chiefs chairman - • - Nov. 13, 2016 The men and women who serve this country, I'm forever indebted to them. But the things that's been going on in America lately, I'm not going to stand for that. — Mike Evans, Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver - • - Nov. 20, 2016 If I had to do it over again, I would have done it differently, but I would still use my platform to help. — Mike Evans, Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver - • - July 30, 2017 The NFL was known for its patriotism and for character.
Claim: Kansas City Chiefs co-owner Clark Hunt told his players, coach and staff that he would "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand for the playing of the national anthem. (Viral Post, 2020-05-25)
Evidence (2017-11-21): Hunt has been insane since the day he hired Reid and traded two second round picks for Alex Smith. I do understand why Clark made both of those moves at the time he made them. The team was coming off the worst two year stretch since the 80s and fans where flying banners over Arrowhead calling for the general manager to be fired. He risked local black outs every week because they weren’t selling any tickets. The team was so bad, I couldn’t give away front row tickets. At that time, Hunt only really cared about getting fans back in the stands and cars in the parking lot. He makes a lot more money when a team is 12-4 and into the playoffs than he does going 2-14. He tried to get the hot young GM and hot young head coach and it failed. So rather than try that again he went safe and hired the safest coach in the NFL in Reid. He is a very good coach who is almost a lock to have a winning record and get you in the playoffs every season. But ask any Philadelphia Eagles fan and they’ll tell you that is where his success ends. If you don’t believe me go on YouTube and search for the song "We are never going to win with Andy" and just listen to how much of that songn still applies.
Claim: Kansas City Chiefs co-owner Clark Hunt told his players, coach and staff that he would "immediately fire" anyone who does not stand for the playing of the national anthem. (Viral Post, 2020-05-25)
Evidence (2024-02-11): The country music legend took center field to sing the National Anthem as players watched on from the sidelines [...] Travis Kelce refuses to finish Taylor Swift lyrics as press conference turns awkward [...] In a recent podcast appearance, Clark Hunt, the principal owner and CEO of the Kansas City Chiefs, shared his confidence in the team's current coaching situation, particularly in regards to head coach Andy Reid.