Stephen A. Smith recently spoke out against what he believes to be unfair racial bias towards himself and his new ‘First Take’ partner, Shannon Sharpe. While Sharpe prepares to join Smith on the show starting September 4, Smith is frustrated with the assumption that they will only engage in constant yelling matches.
Smith addressed this issue on his show, expressing his dislike for the double standards applied to passionate debates in the media. He highlighted how when white individuals demonstrate the same level of intensity, it is often seen as passion, yet when black individuals do the same, they are labeled as “screaming”. Smith finds this inconsistency unfair and does not appreciate being subjected to such biases.
Having experienced similar double standards throughout his career, Smith emphasized that white sports columnists have been known to yell as well without facing the same criticism. He believes it is crucial to address this issue, as certain individuals in the media and beyond attempt to degrade and diminish the quality of the sports industry.
Despite the challenges associated with racial bias, Smith is excited to work alongside Sharpe on ‘First Take’. With Sharpe’s extensive knowledge and passion for football, Smith looks forward to engaging in productive and insightful debates with him. Both individuals are determined to bring their best to the show and deliver quality content to their audience.
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