Negative
25Serious
Neutral
Optimistic
Positive
- Total News Sources
- 1
- Left
- 0
- Center
- 0
- Right
- 1
- Unrated
- 0
- Last Updated
- 28 days ago
- Bias Distribution
- 100% Right


Stephen A. Smith Expresses Aspiration to Match Joe Rogan's Political Influence
Stephen A. Smith is increasingly positioning himself as a political and cultural commentator with ambitions akin to Joe Rogan's influence, rather than aiming for the presidency in 2028. Smith admires Rogan's ability to command a broad, engaged audience through open, diverse conversations and aspires to emulate that model while maintaining his sports media identity. However, critics like Jason Whitlock and Patrick Bet-David challenge Smith's suitability for this role, questioning his ability to entertain opposing viewpoints and suggesting he is more aligned with Democratic perspectives, with some accusing media protection of Smith. Smith's own commentary and public appearances indicate a desire to expand beyond sports into political discourse, hosting figures from across the political spectrum and leveraging media manipulation strategies similar to those used in recent elections. His aspirations are underscored by an endorsement from Donald Trump, who expressed interest in Smith potentially running for office, reflecting Smith's growing prominence. Despite past public clashes with Rogan, Smith sees Rogan's resonance with younger, often apolitical audiences as a blueprint for his own evolving career trajectory.

- Total News Sources
- 1
- Left
- 0
- Center
- 0
- Right
- 1
- Unrated
- 0
- Last Updated
- 28 days ago
- Bias Distribution
- 100% Right
Negative
25Serious
Neutral
Optimistic
Positive
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