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Stephen A. Smith says he isn’t worried about racism hurting chances if he runs for White House

February 17, 2026 at 10:23 PM
By Tolu Talabi
Stephen A. Smith says he isn’t worried about racism hurting chances if he runs for White House
ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith said Sunday he is not worried about racism affecting a White House run if he chooses to throw his hat in the 2028 presidential contest. “I know it [racism] exists. I know that you can’t escape it, but I do not believe it is as prevalent as some on the…

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ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith said Sunday he is not worried about racism affecting a White House run if he chooses to throw his hat in the 2028 presidential contest. “I know it [racism] exists. I know that you can’t escape it, but I do not believe it is as prevalent as some on the… This article provides comprehensive coverage and analysis of current events.

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