It’s time we hold public figures accountable for their words and actions. This saga with Mary Earps serves as a stark reminder that even female athletes can fall victim to the lure of woke ideology and the “cancel culture” mob.
- Mary Earps regrets comments in her autobiography.
- She claims to have had a “positive conversation” with manager Sarina Wiegman.
- Earps is now playing for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
Earps’ Wokeness Backlash: A Cautionary Tale
Earps, the former Lionesses goalkeeper, is now walking back some rather pointed comments made in her tell-all book last year. She regrets saying that Hannah Hampton was “rewarded for bad behavior,” a claim directed at manager Sarina Wiegman for choosing Hampton over her.
Earps says she now “understands why the comments caused controversy” and has “learned some tough lessons.” This reeks of a calculated PR move, doesn’t it?
The “Cancel Culture” Excuse
Earps blames “cancel culture” for the backlash, calling it a “0 out of 10” experience. Boo hoo.
Sorry, but taking responsibility for your words isn’t “cancel culture,” it’s called being an adult. It’s convenient to blame external forces instead of admitting you made a mistake.
What Does This Mean for the Future?
This situation highlights the ever-present pressure on public figures to conform to woke narratives. Even if they don’t genuinely believe it, many cave to avoid controversy. But there’s a silver lining. Earps’ humbling experience shows that the public, and maybe even the woke mob, is starting to see through the hypocrisy. Maybe, just maybe, we’re reaching a point where authenticity and merit are valued more than virtue signaling.
The question is, will this “lesson” truly change anything, or is it just another celebrity apology tour?
