In the arena of public discourse, unique figures can emerge as unexpected champions of nonconformist viewpoints. Stephen A. Smith, a Liberal, known primarily for his expertise in sports commentary, has recently found himself embroiled in a different kind of game—one of political and social commentary.
Smith’s recent supportive and controversial statements about President Donald Trump and populism have sparked admiration and ire.
Oddly, at the same time, DC is currently in the throes of romance, calling Speaker Mike Johnson a new kind of Winston Churchill over pushing for Ukraine funding. However, from watching Steve Bannon’s WarRoom, Smith appears more Churchill-like than Johnson.
Churchill was pivotal in rallying the British during the darkest hours of WW2.
Smith has been calling out the Democrats for many misdeeds, including escalating the replacement of Black Americans with illegals, as Bannon’s coverage with Ben Bergquam of Chicago shows is clearly happening.
Smith has been asking people what the Democrats have really done for Black Americans.
Smith’s assertion that Black Americans can relate to Trump due to Trump’s legal troubles drew nasty criticism from sportswriter Jeff Pearlman.
"Why do you have to have an opinion about everything?” Pearlman said. "Like, why are you, Stephen A. Smith — successful by all measures — why are you going on Fox News? Why are you going on Hannity? And why are you comparing Trump’s legal situation to that of the plight of Black Americans? It’s f—ing insane! It doesn’t even make sense.”
Pearlman’s pouty rebuttal to Smith’s freethinking, which was shared on TikTok, was surely meant to humiliate and marginalize Smith from making political comments again.
However, Smith’s willingness to engage in such discussions shows that he will not likely be pushed back into the closet.
Sure, at first glance, Smith’s comparison seems jarring—how could the experiences of Black Americans be equated with the legal entanglements of such a mega-wealthy figure like Trump?
Yet, beneath the surface lies a more nuanced perspective. Smith’s argument hinges on the notion that both Trump and Black Americans have faced systemic challenges and discrimination. While their experiences may differ vastly in scale and context, Smith suggests a shared thread of adversity exists.
Smith’s astute commentary extends beyond this single incident. In his recent comments, Smith delves into the broader landscape of populism versus globalism, painting a picture of a nation divided along ideological lines. In this narrative, Trump represents a populist insurgency against the globalist elite—a sentiment that resonates with segments of the American populace, including some within minority communities.
Smith’s unexpected emergence into 2024 political analysis was welcomed by WarRoom’s own Steve Bannon, who shares Smith’s increasing distrust of traditional American institutions such as the courts.
Bannon commented on Saturday’s WarRoom that individuals like Smith wield significant political influence because they depart from progressive talking points.
That is what the populist movement is all about.
Smith’s willingness to challenge conventional wisdom and engage in uncomfortable conversations speaks to a growing hunger for America First policies that address the needs of the American people, who feel left behind in their own nation.
Bannon, known for his ability to build unconventional alliances and engagements, was recently interviewed by Russell Brand, a Brit, and another unexpected supporter of the populist movement.
Watching men like Smith, Brand, and Bannon grappling with the ideas of liberty for the common man and woman rather than being obsessed with perks for some wealthy Ukraine oligarchs brings a quote to mind:
"Be Ye Men of Valour” Winston Churchill
So, is Brand more like Churchill than Speaker Johnson?
Similarly, the question arises: Should DC forget Speaker Johnson? Could Stephen A. Smith be considered the modern-day Churchill of independent thinking?
For further insight into Bannon’s perspective on Smith, see:
See our earlier article about Bannon’s reaction to Smith:
Champions of Trump’s Globalist Battle: Stephen A. Smith’s Slam Dunk with Bannon’s Populist Assist
