The Rubin Report Stephen A. Smith Reveals Why He Would Beat Every Dem in 2028
Feb 26, 2026
Stephen A. Smith, prominent sports journalist and media personality, discusses politics, social issues, and the possibility of a 2028 presidential run. He critiques Democratic contenders, argues why he thinks he could beat them, and tackles topics like pandering to Black voters, crime and governance in California, taxing the rich, and local policing controversies.
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Why Stephen A. Smith Leans Democratic
- Stephen A. Smith identifies as socially liberal and fiscally moderate, explaining his alignment with Democratic values on civil rights and social issues.
- He frames his Democratic leaning around historical trust and party actions toward Black Americans rather than current progressive positions.
Compromise Over Purity As A Political Strategy
- Smith rejects today's progressive left and says he'd position himself as a moderate Clinton-era Democrat focused on compromise.
- He emphasizes quid pro quo compromise: nobody gets everything and leaders must negotiate practical solutions.
Why The 2028 Democratic Field Looks Vulnerable
- Smith views the current Democratic field as weak and says that gap tempts outsiders because incumbents lack compelling records.
- He points to specific vulnerabilities in Newsom's California record and Harris's 2024 performance as openings.