NFL legend Brett Favre leaves fans split after sharing electoral map of America ‘if everyone put God first’
Brett Favre’s hopes for what America’s electoral map would look like divided his fans after he believed that “if everyone put God first,” the Republicans would win in an unprecedented 538-0 shutout.
Favre’s support for Donald Trump has been evident throughout the time the former president has sought political office.
That belief has not become more apparent than in the past six days, when he came out ahead of Trump in Green Bay, Wisconsin last Wednesday, as well as Tuesday night’s chart.
The map has come close to reality a few times, as recently as 1984, with Ronald Reagan’s victory over Walter Mondale (525-13).
Still, some opposed Favre bringing his personal values into a broader conversation about Christianity. Others supported the NFL legend’s thoughts.
Brett Favre is an NFL legend who has shown consistent support for Donald Trump for president
Favre’s message about the US electoral map shows Republicans winning every state
“Thank you, sir, for always putting the American people first in everything you’ve done,” one person said.
“Another ‘Christian’ stealing from the poor and giving to himself.”
“If only Christians would actually follow the teachings of Jesus,” said another person, holding a map of the Democrats’ 538-0 victory.
‘Amen! Unfortunately, we’re always under attack from all sides…just keep the armor on and put one foot in front of the other!’
A collection of social media posts about Brett Favre’s ‘God-powered’ US election map
Favre has been in the news in recent years due to a welfare scandal in the state of Mississippi, where he was named as a defendant.
The Viking and Jet testified before the Congressional Ways and Means Committee on the issue in September.
In this case, approximately $77 million in funds intended for families in need were diverted to wealthy families. Favre pressed state officials at the time for funding for Southern Miss’ volleyball facility while his daughter was on the team.
Favre has denied any wrongdoing and has not faced criminal charges.