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In recent years Stephen A. Smith has been talk more openly about politics.
He usually avoids discussing politics on ESPN, but wasn't afraid to speak his mind about his own podcast and other media outlets.
Taking sides in a political debate can be costly, but Smith actually believes his political discussions have increased his audience.
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Stephen A. Smith makes a guest appearance on “The View.” (Lou Rocco/American Broadcasting Companies, Inc. via Getty Images)
When asked by a listener if he thought talking about politics might hold back his popularity, he replied that he was “not worried about it.”
“First of all, this is politics, not sport. Secondly, I don't talk about this on ESPN. Third, and most importantly, I think it's important to remember that I'm a reasonable person.” Smith started. “When I talk about politics, I do the same thing when I do everything. I am telling you how I feel and where I stand based on the facts that I have presented to me. But I'm open to correction, which means I'm willing to engage in dialogue. And I’m willing to talk to people and hear what they have to say.”
Stephen A. Smith on ESPN's NBA Countdown Set at the Intuit Dome on October 23, 2024 in Inglewood, California. (Kirby Lee/Imagn Images)
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Smith said his open-mindedness “encourages people” to do the same and listen to his thoughts.
“I’m not one of those stubborn, rabid ideologues who’s stuck in one position and I won’t budge and I don’t care what anyone else feels… that’s not who I am,” Smith continued. “All I do is research my information, I tell you what I learned, what I know, what I think I know. I articulate these thoughts to you with the honesty and heart that I come from, and then I let the chips fall where they may.
“When you have that attitude, it lifts people up instead of putting them off because you're willing to say what you feel… It makes the world a better place.”
ESPN host Stephen A. Smith said Thursday he doesn't think there is a Democratic candidate who could beat the Vance/Rubio presidential ticket in 2028. (Paras Griffin/Getty Images)
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Smith was is critical of both sides.
He recently hinted that felt like a fool for voting for former Vice President Kamala Harris last year.
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