Jordan Peterson calls out NHL's fake compassion for LGBTQ2S+ community, fans agree - "Remember a time when sports wasn't filled with woke nonsense"

Canadian psychologist and author Jordan Peterson has called out the NHL for its recent trend of holding Pride Nights during games, calling it fake compassion toward the LGBTQ2S+ community. Peterson's comments have sparked debate and discussion among hockey fans on Twitter.

In a tweet on March 30, Peterson wrote that the NHL's 'compassion' for the LGTBQ2S+ community is fake. It's a performative gesture to signal their virtue, as it still allows players to come from countries with anti-gay laws.

Many fans have agreed with Peterson's comments, arguing that the NHL's support for the LGBTQ2S+ community is not genuine if they allow players from countries with discriminatory laws against the community to participate in the league.

Others have pushed back against Peterson's stance, stating that the NHL's efforts to promote inclusivity and support the LGBTQ2S+ community should be applauded, even if there is still progress to be made.

The debate highlights the ongoing tension between promoting inclusivity and accommodating diverse perspectives within the sports community. As more athletes come out and speak openly about their experiences as members of the LGBTQ2S+ community, it is likely that these conversations will continue to spark debate and discussion among fans, players and other stakeholders in the sports world.

NHL players who refused to wear Pride Night jerseys

Several players have made headlines recently for their refusal to wear Pride Night jerseys in support of the LGBTQIA+ community. Among them is Ilya Lyubushkin, a defenseman for the Buffalo Sabres, who cited Russian law as his reason for opting out of the pregame warmup.

Other players, such as James Reimer of the San Jose Sharks and the Staals of the Florida Panthers, have cited their religious beliefs as the reason for declining to wear the jerseys. The New York Rangers, Minnesota Wild and Chicago Blackhawks chose not to have players wear Pride jerseys at all.

However, the Blackhawks and Lyubushkin specifically cited Russian law as their reasoning. The law passed last year in Russia expanded the restrictions on supporting LGBTQIA+ rights in the country, making it difficult for athletes to express their support for the community without fear of punishment or backlash.

These decisions have sparked debate and discussion among fans, with some arguing that players should be allowed to opt out based on their personal beliefs or concerns about their safety. Others have criticized the players for not using their platform to support marginalized communities and for perpetuating discrimination.

As the NHL continues to hold Pride Nights and promote inclusivity within the league, it remains to be seen how these conversations will continue to evolve and shape the future of sports culture.