Stephen A. Smith has sparked controversy by linking Caitlin Clark's fame to racial dynamics and comparing her to Donald Trump. Smith argued that Clark's popularity is partly due to racial biases, suggesting that some Americans want to 'Make America White Again.' This commentary, aired on ESPN's First Take, has drawn criticism, with some accusing Smith of using Clark as a political pawn and not recognizing her athletic achievements. The discourse highlights ongoing racial divides in America and the different experiences of Black and White women in sports and other workplaces, touching on issues of racism, bigotry, misogyny, xenophobia, and homophobia.
Basically Stephen A. thinks it’s racism that Caitlin Clark is the biggest star in the WNBA. It apparently has nothing to do with her breaking almost every NCAA record. Nope, he thinks it’s racism and MAGA wanting to make America white again. This victim mentality is sick & crazy. https://t.co/HA5FS82rok
NEW: Stephen A Smith suggests Caitlin Clark's fame is because Americans are racists & compares her fame to Trump's. Smith said some Americans want to "Make America White Again" & pointed to a growing divide while trying to explain why Clark is so hated. "If you're white, you're… https://t.co/pnJIK5VVVu
'Make America White Again': Stephen A. Smith Argues Caitlin Clark Discourse Highlights Racial 'Divide' in America https://t.co/jU0UMvA5Tp
JUST IN: Stephen A. Smith (@stephenasmith) Cites Donald Trump While Addressing Racial Dynamics in Caitlin Clark's Controversies "You have somebody that's a presidential candidate. What is his claim to fame? Make America Great Again. What have people interpreted that to mean?… https://t.co/qNucp7FWG1
Stephen A. Smith unleashed an insane rant about Donald Trump, Caitlin Clark and racism. Instead of just accepting Clark's fans like her for her incredible skills, the media continues to make it a racially-charged issue about her being white. WATCH: https://t.co/YkH01hJol9 https://t.co/NcXNCCiRVZ
Stephen A. Smith invokes Donald Trump while discussing racial aspect of Caitlin Clark controversies https://t.co/6HxXL36fni
Stephen A Smith used Caitlin Clark to go after Donald Trump and rural America. She is no longer an athlete. She's a political pawn. This is embarrassing stuff from @stephenasmith right here https://t.co/fpZq8vxsy3
Hey @WhitlockJason SAS/First Take ran a segment blaming Caitlin Clark for folks using her name for racism, bigotry, misogyny xenophobia and homophobia. No examples were provided. Your boy even compared her to Trump. He said his slogan was Make America White Again. I am not joking
Stephen A. Smith invokes Donald Trump while discussing how race factors into Caitlin Clark's controversies. "You have somebody that's a presidential candidate. What is his claim to fame? Make America Great Again. What have people interpreted that to mean? Make America White… https://t.co/UVcsflPoCC
COLUMN: @MoloriMedia weighs in on the commentary surrounding Caitlin Clark, @stephenasmith and ESPN. https://t.co/xKhvwrRbOZ
Me @postsports on how the hoopla about @WNBA supernova Caitlin Clark reveals the dissimilar experiences of Black and White women in workplaces everywhere and stereotypes about Black women. https://t.co/Jza1jot4qx