Minnesota Commitment Statement
2017-11-01 · Kevin Warren, COO, Minnesota Vikings (Vikings)
Warren expressing commitment to Minnesota in a profile piece, shortly before leaving for the Big Ten Conference Commissioner position in 2019.
What he said
But Minnesota is my home. This is where I raised my kids. This is where I built my pool.
You have to go and get what your destiny is.
Our group works really hard. We're very demanding, but also very charitable. We created an environment where everyone could feel comfortable.
The fact-check
- "But Minnesota is my home. This is where I raised my kids. This is where I built my pool." — Misleading
- Warren left Minnesota for Big Ten Commissioner role within 2 years of this statement. "Home" commitment was temporary.
- "You have to go and get what your destiny is." — True
- Accurate reflection of Warren's career philosophy. He pursued Big Ten opportunity within 2 years of this statement.