ESPN analyst and broadcaster Stephen A. Smith got honest about his feelings over the fact that Donald Trump won the last presidential election. According to Smith, this is proof that the Democratic Party‘s time guilt-tripping the Black community is over.
In his latest appearance on News Nation, Stephen A. Smith gave his honest take on the significance of Donald Trump winning the last election, especially to the Democratic party and the Black community.
“It didn’t work this time,” Smith said, talking about the guilt-tripping and fearmongering he said came from the Democratic Party. “And to be quite honest with you, even though I might not like some of the things I’m seeing from the Trump administration thus far, the bottom line is I’m glad it didn’t work.”
“Because I think, for the longest time, black Americans have played the role of suckers to the Democratic Party,” he added. “They’ve guilted us into voting for them. Created divisions in our communities to get our vote, instead of saying to us, hey, this is what we will do for you.”
🚨NEW: Stephen A. Smith says he’s happy Trump won because Dems have manipulated black Americans with “guilt” and “fear mongering”🚨
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Stephen A. Smith has had a complex relationship with Donald Trump, often balancing criticism and praise in his commentary. While he has harshly criticized Trump’s policies, particularly on race and diversity initiatives, he has also acknowledged Trump’s political resilience and ability to connect with voters.
Smith has previously stated that Trump’s return to the White House in 2024 was “the greatest comeback in American history” despite his legal troubles and controversies.
Stephen A. Smith Receives Endorsement From Donald Trump
In a surprising turn of events, Donald Trump has publicly endorsed Stephen A. Smith as a potential 2028 presidential candidate, stating that he would “love to see him run.”
The endorsement came during a NewsNation town hall, where Trump joined the discussion via phone call alongside Chris Cuomo and Bill O’Reilly. When asked about Smith’s possible candidacy, Trump praised his entertainment skills, saying that people “love watching him” and that his ability to engage audiences would be crucial for the race.
Trump, known for his unconventional endorsements, praised Smith’s charisma and intelligence, stating, “I’ve been pretty good at picking people and picking candidates, and I will tell you, I’d love to see him run.”
Longtime ESPN host and NBA commentator Stephen A. Smith, who has previously stated he is “not qualified” for the presidency and dismissed the idea of running for office, has recently hinted at keeping “all doors open.” This change in perspective comes after Smith acknowledged encouragement from elected officials and political pundits to consider a potential run.
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