New England Patriots defensive end Chris Long is one of many Patriots players who have publicly stated that they will skip out on going to the White House after winning Super Bowl LI earlier this month.
This decision has drawn a lot of criticism Long’s way, particularly on Twitter and last night he decided to respond to some of them:
Heard it all this week…if you don’t want to hear about some of the dumb shit I’ve heard…mute away, but it’s good. Rapid fire time, yeah?
— Chris Long (@JOEL9ONE) February 17, 2017
“Respect the office” Ok birther theory guy
— Chris Long (@JOEL9ONE) February 17, 2017
“Stick to football” you don’t look like a state senator yourself there bud.
— Chris Long (@JOEL9ONE) February 17, 2017
“I hope they cut you” I’m a free agent.
— Chris Long (@JOEL9ONE) February 17, 2017
“stop being self important. I’m no longer a fan” I’m self important but you thought this was important enough to bring to my attention, eh?
— Chris Long (@JOEL9ONE) February 17, 2017
“You just wanna be a cool lib” Actually I’m well aware the minute I believe something they don’t, libs will hit me w this GIF pic.twitter.com/yvc9iBskvm
— Chris Long (@JOEL9ONE) February 17, 2017
“You just wanna be a cool lib”
As a football player, liberals thought I was a living, breathing piece of steak before I agreed with them.— Chris Long (@JOEL9ONE) February 17, 2017
“You hate the troops” The secondary focus of my foundation (out of two causes) is veteran support. Do your research. Also, not relatable.
— Chris Long (@JOEL9ONE) February 17, 2017
“You hate white people” You realize all humans that live in America should be concerned? Also that assumption says something about you.
— Chris Long (@JOEL9ONE) February 17, 2017
“Stop believing the media.” Dude I just saw you retweet Fox News.
— Chris Long (@JOEL9ONE) February 17, 2017
“You should go talk to trump if you want change” I’m skipping a photo op, not a congressional hearing.
— Chris Long (@JOEL9ONE) February 17, 2017
And last but not least:
I think that’s it but check this gem out. Bye for now! pic.twitter.com/4kyxRgG4bV
— Chris Long (@JOEL9ONE) February 17, 2017
