I don’t usually agree with Stephen A when it comes to politics, but he was spot on about politicians putting other things in a bill and then misrepresenting the other side when they don’t vote for it.

@arcdestriumph586

2 жыл бұрын

Put Deputies at your school .. locally. NY and Chicago have the strictest gun laws in the USA .. all they have done is make sure criminals have no fear of a good guy/law abiding citizen.. being armed.

@TVGoldMind

2 жыл бұрын

It’s called pork barrel legislation. They all just bribe each other, they don’t care about the people. You definitely don’t give up your arms though. A lot more death happens after that, the government sanctioned kind.

@Biller2334

2 жыл бұрын

Right

@animelytical8354

2 жыл бұрын

@@arcdestriumph586 ultimately, you have to kill them before the shooter kills you. If they pull the gun, they have the advantage

@jkashdamoneyman5870

2 жыл бұрын

@@arcdestriumph586 criminals don’t follow strict gun laws, those are also two American cities with High numbers of violent crimes involving guns

Even though we don't always agree with SAS, he is completely right here. Thank you for using your platform to good use brother. We must stand together and make change!

@brandonrawlsmusic

2 жыл бұрын

False flag Uvalde. No bodies, kids missing, just like sandy hook

@costco_pizza

2 жыл бұрын

It's far too soon to be discussing this. We need to at least wait a few weeks to let people heal from this tragedy. Let's let the families heal first then discuss what kinds of actions to take.

@bryantreed7021

2 жыл бұрын

​@@costco_pizza no you wait we gonna start talking

@user-ct6lk1pr5f

2 жыл бұрын

@@costco_pizza that’s what people do every time and what’s happened? Nothing

@adamlynch6954

2 жыл бұрын

@@costco_pizza did you feel that way after 9/11? You can't talk about 9/11 untill weeks after? What a ridiculous thing to say

Politicians use tragedies as talking points against each other, instead of getting stuff done. Just Sad.

@rupertgordonii6623

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly man, couldn't have said it better

@YourNorthFloridaRealtor

2 жыл бұрын

Democrats and Democratic-leaning independents are far more likely than Republicans and GOP leaners to see gun violence as a major problem (73% vs. 18%). And nearly two-thirds of Americans who describe their community as urban (65%) say the same, compared with 47% of suburbanites and 35% of those who live in rural areas.

@gunkmasterflex942

2 жыл бұрын

I know why is it always the trumpcucks trumptards repubtards always so bad at GOP! They're the true evil!

@Gmanu29

2 жыл бұрын

Politicians getting exposed, just goes to show theyre doing nothing, waste of tax payers money

@YourNorthFloridaRealtor

2 жыл бұрын

@@Gmanu29 yeah like McConnell, Cruz, Abbott, Greene, Gaetz, Graham, Scott, Manchin ,Sinema, Hawley, Paul, Collins, Rubio, Desantis, Kemp, yes sir....waste of money...those in particular

What Stephen A Smith said about packing bills with pork is so true. Kudos to him for speaking on it, especially on ESPN.

@robertgregory6693

2 жыл бұрын

Tell me what pork was in the the way in Texas and Florida to make these two Republican controlled states to make it even easier to obtain these weapons of war. Stop trying to cover for these bought and payed for criminals with blood all over them.

@jusjustice2875

2 жыл бұрын

I thought that kid legally purchased that gun and since he didn’t have a criminal record he was able to legally obtain that firearm. I’m just trying to figure out what law Stephen A Smith and Steve Kerr want democrats to write that would of stopped or prevented this heinous act? Interesting enough republicans tried to change the age from 18 to 21 in California to be able to purchase a rifle and ironically enough the 9th district circuit court which is the most liberal far left district in the nation blocked the republicans legislation and ruled it was unconstitutional.

@jusjustice2875

2 жыл бұрын

There’s no law that can be passed that would of stopped this evil individual from killing his grandma and then going on to murder 19 innocent children and 2 teachers. I’ve heard some people mention banning assault rifles as if banning a assault rifle is going to stop a evil person with murderous intent. Let’s not forget one of the most horrendous mass shootings in US history was the V-tech shootings and that individual killed 32 people with 2 pistols. Instead of holding the evil person accountable and condemning his actions Steve Kerr wants to blame the Republican Party as if they were some how responsible for this or that the republicans blocked gun laws that would of prevented this tragedy which is another falsehood.

@robertgregory6693

2 жыл бұрын

@@jusjustice2875 If you want a weapon of war fine, but be ready to join a military combat unit so you can face and enemy that can shoot back instead of helpless children. These murders are nothing but the lowest of cowards, but this is what cowards do.

@jusjustice2875

2 жыл бұрын

@@robertgregory6693 Wow you’re clearly a racist. If you equate law abiding citizens who are gun owners and grew up hunting and being around firearms their whole lives as someone who just murdered children then I’m going to take what you’re saying as threatening me. You’re a very evil person and it’s clear but your logic shows how mentally fragile and racist you probably are. I bet you’re one of those racist Islamophobic as well. After 9/11 you started to equate all individuals of Muslim faith as Islamic terrorist. You believe in group identity and that’s very dangerous and also a primitive neanderthal lens to view the world through. Instead of seeing the evil actions of one individual and condemning that individual and his actions you condemn and hate everyone that has that person skin color and faith. I hope you get help. It’s unfortunate that you’re on here threatening people and inciting violence.

Facts regardless of what political branch you believe in, it’s facts that both have been disappointing and need to be hold accountable.

@Nikkithedog-t6b

2 жыл бұрын

Yea right, democrats are standing in the way of gun protection laws....are you an imbecile?

@drewtube6838

2 жыл бұрын

LMAO. Please educate yourself. Political Branch? I think you mean political party. The 3 Branches of Government in the US: Judicial, Legislative, and Executive. The Two Main Parties: Republican and Democrats. LITERALLY GOOGLE IS YOUR FRIEND. The US Education system is garbage the fact people don't know this. You can even KZread it. Political Branches.

@GooniesNeverSayDie1980

2 жыл бұрын

Nobody in the US Government can stop mass-killings, what law can be made to stop car-killings, knife-killings, hmb-killings & et cetera.

@1977dclinton

2 жыл бұрын

@@GooniesNeverSayDie1980 also why do shows like this also only speak on what they call mass killings when dozens of people are killed every weekend in everymajor city over any given weekend. Theyt also never mention mass killings that dont fit their narrative. Look at that killing in the Asian nail salon, last week, 3 asians killed by a man who had previously attacked his asian boss, he had a vendetta against asians because he was involved in a previous dispute with an Asian man, car crash i think, or maybe sacked by an asian boss. But this was called a hate crime by a white man and by a replacement theotrists, this was pushed by a congresswomen, until it was proven to have been done by a black man. and then it was never mentioned again. Stop blaming people, except the ones pulling the trigger. I mean has SAS ever mentioned the amount of black men who are killed anually in mayor beetlejuice's chicago, or is that because she is a black mayor and something like the NRA cant be blamed for those killings.

@freezhollywood

2 жыл бұрын

nah mainly the dems...dems promised paradise...meanwhile they taking our hard earning money and burning in a war we got nothin to do wit...i was told they were our heroes 2 yrs ago

You hold politicians accountable by voting them out. Plain and simple.

@mohadmussa

2 жыл бұрын

It’s way past tho bro

@avataraarow

2 жыл бұрын

Only problem is that my representatives are for gun control, I don’t get to vote for the Kentucky and Texas senate

@beastmode-wg9ws

2 жыл бұрын

@Asens yup they always lie

@dhanesshmahendran9813

2 жыл бұрын

if it was "plain and simple" as you clearly say, change would be easy and it would have been accomplished a long time ago. These politicians are in it for themselves, they do not care if you live or die as long as they make their money and hold power.

@acidbatharchive

2 жыл бұрын

As if ur vote matters and things aren’t already pre determined 😆

Hate him or love him. Agree or disagree with him but this man's words are almost always well thought out. Sad what happened to those kids man. I feel for the parents as a parent. U know how many couldn't wait for summer to go on vacation with their kids? Probably the only time they get together. Sucks.

@YourNorthFloridaRealtor

2 жыл бұрын

Democrats and Democratic-leaning independents are far more likely than Republicans and GOP leaners to see gun violence as a major problem (73% vs. 18%). And nearly two-thirds of Americans who describe their community as urban (65%) say the same, compared with 47% of suburbanites and 35% of those who live in rural areas.

@Lee_Forre

2 жыл бұрын

are you serious? This isnt a both sides issue. Stephen is defending Republicans as he is a Republican. Every gun massacre is a result of Republican politics.

@YourNorthFloridaRealtor

2 жыл бұрын

@@Lee_Forre They know who enables this, racist old white men who are only concerned with power

@JohnDoe-bf3ek

2 жыл бұрын

@@Lee_Forre massacres are done by unstable people or evil idiots. I can almost bet you the shooter could've cared less about republicans or democrats.

@ultimatedouchebag6760

2 жыл бұрын

both D and R suck....should vote them all out and have new people in office. all new people

First thing I've agreed with Stephen A. about in years. Glad he was able to put the theatrics down and be genuine, we need it.

@gideondavid30

2 жыл бұрын

It is still theatrics though. He is using a sports network to talk about a political issue. He is giving lip service to a problem that makes it seems like only he cares but politicians do not.

@cloudsmith7803

2 жыл бұрын

@@gideondavid30 - he is talking about the problem in a non-partisan manner in the public domain. This is as real as it gets describing the problem.

@gideondavid30

2 жыл бұрын

@@cloudsmith7803 There is no way. ONCE you Starr blaming politicians you know what he is talking about.

It’s been time to hold politicians accountable they don’t care about anything just stacking up their bank account

@angel-po8wo

2 жыл бұрын

exactly disgusting these politicians are

@novellprice132

2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately it has ALWAYS been like that for Years and Years. I also think the Gun Companies brings big business for the U.S. Government. It is a huge business. God bless.

@nahor88

2 жыл бұрын

Anyone else reminded of Falcon and the Winter Soldier? We need Sam Wilson to swoop in front of Congress and give his "DO BETTER" speech.

@mardy341

2 жыл бұрын

👏👏👏👏👏👏

@costco_pizza

2 жыл бұрын

Can we please allow some time for the families to grieve before we talk politics? I mean this shooting JUST happened. Let’s wait at least 10-15 weeks before we start getting involved in politics. Let the families have some breathing room and comprehend everything that just happened first.

There NEEDS to be term limits. This was NEVER meant to be a career job

The problem is both sides do not care. Then us the common folk keep fighting and bickering over who is a dem or who is a rep without realizing it doesnt matter because both sides will do nothing. They both send there condolences and prayers then move on to what they care about. Both sides just spew propaganda and we keep falling for it.

@jb-fl7le

2 жыл бұрын

Best comment by far. Thank you

@roryschmidt5776

2 жыл бұрын

Democrats haven't even done nothing though. Biden does what he can using executive order, but there is a bill (that is literally 90% popular across the country) at the Senate that if 10 Republicans agreed to would become law immediately. Democrats wrote the bill, they passed it in the house, but not a single Republican will vote for it. That's the problem.

@gasolinedixon2394

2 жыл бұрын

But one side clearly don’t care more than the other. Facts. Look at what was voted in. It got worse!!

@PdubU

2 жыл бұрын

Fck you talking bout both sides, COMPLETE BULL$HIT! It’s one fcking side the scum traitors on the right!

@roryschmidt5776

2 жыл бұрын

@@gasolinedixon2394 what does that even mean?

I agree with Steven A. Beautifuly said very unbiased an important message he expressed he said the quiet part out loud. Well done

@jesuskofi1664

2 жыл бұрын

NOT ONLY IN EUROPE THIS DOES NOT HAPPEN ALSO IN ASIA AND MIDDLE EAST THIS DOES NOT HAPPEN. HAVE YOU HEARD A MASS SHOTINGS IN TURKEY OR IRAN OR SAUDI ARABIA? ONLY IN AMERICA

It’s crazy how everyone is agreeing with this whether ur left or right this is bringing everyone together we must protect our children

@gregsizemo8143

2 жыл бұрын

I don't agree. Maybe the pork inside bills but lets be absolutely clear this is a GOP caused problem.

@b1bbscraz3y

2 жыл бұрын

but the way to protect children is where we get divided again. one side lives in reality and recognizes a huge issue in this country, the other says we need to have even more shooting everywhere, arm everyone like it's Mad Max or the wild west, and have schools with 1 door so when there's a fire we just say f*ck it and try to line up and exit one way. brilliant

@sakibsarwar5290

2 жыл бұрын

The sad thing is that it's crazy

@johncantrell3728

2 жыл бұрын

We protect everyone in politics with a gun WHY DON'T YOUR STATE HAVE COPS IN THEIR SCHOOLS!!!!WE DO IN ALABAMA

@b1bbscraz3y

2 жыл бұрын

@@johncantrell3728 there were cops at the school in Texas and they stood outside doing nothing. cops at schools isn't the answer

THANK YOU STEPHEN A. !!!!! THIS IS A TOPIC WHERE NO ONE WILL DEBATE YOU 💯💯💯👏👏👏👏

This is the most honest and non bias reaction I have heard from ANYONE. Props to to Stephen A.

@thegreek2640

2 жыл бұрын

Both party’s create divide

We hold athletes more accountable than officials in office

Respect to you guys for using your platform it’s bigger then sports salute

Its refreshing to see someone else call out these politicians besides the random commentators on YT.

I would have never thought I would agree with Stephen A Smith on an issue. with this issue I totally agree with him on that the politicians have sold us out and we need to get them all out of office and get the ones in there that's going to make a difference no matter if they are democrat or republican black or white male or female.

@gideondavid30

2 жыл бұрын

What do you expect politicians to do about a shooter with no prior history of mental illness, who was 18 years old and could legally own a gun?

@williamwatson5088

2 жыл бұрын

@@gideondavid30 18 yr old cant purchase a pack of cigarettes or any type of alcohol but you will allow him to buy a gun? Think very hard about that.

@gideondavid30

2 жыл бұрын

@@williamwatson5088 yeah so raising the age to 21 is going to solve the problem? YOU do realize 18 year can enlist in the military and carry firearms right?

@williamwatson5088

2 жыл бұрын

@@gideondavid30 no it will not solve the problem, but it's a start to better reform. Before we send out children to the military they need to get mentally evaluated and after, That's why so many of are Soldiers come home with problems.

@gideondavid30

2 жыл бұрын

@@williamwatson5088 Yes, war can do that to people. But who will fight the wars then? Yes, war is disastrous but someone has to do it. Raising the age is not gonna solve the problem. Unless you create a machine that can read the thoughts of every human being you are not stop people from committing crimes. The only real solution is better security, armed guards, open carry, etc. The real deterrence is the threat that people will fire back at you. Schools are vulnerable so that is where cowards go to afflict violence.

Stephen you are spot on. Sold out America is an understatement.. American politics have digressed and the powerful don't really care or you would see some positive changes.

Disagree with sas a lot but he hit this on the head perfectly

@nickbh15

2 жыл бұрын

Nobody gives af that u disagree with a man that has no idea about your existence stop tryn make this about you

PREACH!!!! He’s absolutely right about them sliding other things into the bill. So glad he called them out

As much as we love Basketball it’s good to see these Sports Analysts take such a stand as there are things bigger than Basketball. Kudos to you all… take a bow!! May the souls of the deceased RIEP🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@robertkauffman8137

2 жыл бұрын

Others are more qualified than these basketball junkies to argue these points. Stick your expertise.

@samwilson4597

2 жыл бұрын

@@robertkauffman8137 if that's the case no one is qualified to speak about anything. this sort of behavior is what's ruining this country

@anthonysmall3717

2 жыл бұрын

@@samwilson4597 so true no one needs to be “qualified” to speak on matters from the heart🙄🙄

@robertkauffman8137

2 жыл бұрын

@@samwilson4597 It sure is!

@LoftyXsWaGX34

2 жыл бұрын

@@robertkauffman8137 you’re a KZread commenter does that mean you’re also not qualified? Are the families of the victims not qualified because they don’t have a law degree?

The smartest thing Stephen A has ever said on TV or on print. Hold these bastards accountable

Steve Kerr was saying what everyone has been wanting to say for years, just a matter of waiting now and seeing what goes on from here

@sirhoopalot1125

2 жыл бұрын

Nothing, nothing will happen. If it hasn’t happened already then we’re doomed

@Curtis69213

2 жыл бұрын

Nothing will change

@_morgoth_

2 жыл бұрын

Nothing will happen until the politicians kids are the ones in the line of fire. When it’s our kids, they could care less.

@wraynephew6838

2 жыл бұрын

@@sirhoopalot1125 ever since the massacre at Sandy Hook with 27 children and nothing was done then. 10 years later nothing will be done now

@BryanLChess

2 жыл бұрын

Steve Kerr also said police officers shouldn’t be in schools. Might’ve made a difference in Texas.

Stephen A really spelled out why I hate politics so much

@legendaryrelish7815

2 жыл бұрын

Fr

@PdubU

2 жыл бұрын

The fact that you hate politics, you’re part of the problem!

@PdubU

2 жыл бұрын

Stephen A your ignorance is really heard, it’s one fcking side PERIOD!!

@MHJetsfan83

2 жыл бұрын

Yup. Me too

Actually one of they few times I have actually agreed with Steven A. Well said sir

brilliantly said stephen a, just nailed it on. Its miserable, their not elected to bicker like children, their elected to work together and protect kids like the ones who died in texas.

@haroldbottom3474

2 жыл бұрын

He didnt nail anything, The reason nothing gets done is because you need 60 votes to get anything passed in the senate.

@michaeldevereux9208

2 жыл бұрын

Well said.

@michaeldevereux9208

2 жыл бұрын

@M M Brothers?

@michaeldevereux9208

2 жыл бұрын

No

48 Democrats. 2 independent. 50 Republican Senators

@haroldford5120

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for correcting him so I didn't have 2

@ChosonJindos

2 жыл бұрын

@@haroldford5120 👍 no problem, could be (46-2)-52 based on voting patterns But So f’n senseless

@YourNorthFloridaRealtor

2 жыл бұрын

Democrats and Democratic-leaning independents are far more likely than Republicans and GOP leaners to see gun violence as a major problem (73% vs. 18%). And nearly two-thirds of Americans who describe their community as urban (65%) say the same, compared with 47% of suburbanites and 35% of those who live in rural areas.

@jonnie5bgood583

2 жыл бұрын

And it could be completely different by the end of November

SAS is right, don’t just single out one individual, call out everybody!

@RenR70

2 жыл бұрын

He called out Mitch cuz he’s the leader of the Republican party & they are the majority holding back the bills they’re trying to pass.

@jovaughnthompson354

2 жыл бұрын

He should have the same energy towards violence in black communities

@theembeard765

2 жыл бұрын

99% of NRA money goes to Republicans

It's BEEN time to hold politicians accountable! From the MOMENT they're elected...

Stephen is the only espn commentator to cal out democrats . Props

@magneticqubzian6902

2 жыл бұрын

This is theater

@stevewilson5880

2 жыл бұрын

Republicans deserve more of the blame

@magneticqubzian6902

2 жыл бұрын

He is patronizing U

@bryantreed7021

2 жыл бұрын

​@@stevewilson5880 while this true you right. be careful there's Hella Republicans in the comments

@longsalad5334

2 жыл бұрын

@@stevewilson5880 yes but dems gotta be held accountable too when they screw up

Crime in the USA has sky rocked, it time for fast-talking politicians to earn there keep

Facts! Politicians need to be held accountable.

@theembeard765

2 жыл бұрын

You mean Republicans

@ItIsYouAreNotYour

2 жыл бұрын

@@theembeard765 Um you mean democrats. By a ridiculous margin. Keep falling for the emotional theatre. IT always works on people like you.

@seoulglo1999

2 жыл бұрын

No, their constituency needs to be held accountable. They're the ones who vote them in.

@sayten5512

2 жыл бұрын

For what

@VisceralCarbon

2 жыл бұрын

Our country needs to be held accountable, you act like there aren’t an entire political spectrum that still wants this type of access to these weapons.. I find the people that make up their stupid 2nd amendment excuses even more disgusting than the politicians honestly.

1:20 Someone tell Steven A that you need 60 votes in the senate to pass things. Unless you use the filibuster. Almost all but one democrat would be against common sense law but that even close to the amount of Republicans that would vote against it. Mitch didn't even bring it to the floor for a vote.

@PdubU

2 жыл бұрын

FINALLY SOMEONE THAT KNOWS WHAT THE FCK THEY TALKING ABOUT! MISS THE FCK OUT OF ME IF YOU ON THAT BOTH SIDES BS! ITS ONE FCKING SIDE!

@presticles123

2 жыл бұрын

Common sense law? Stfu

@rebeccairl2290

2 жыл бұрын

exactly!!! This is the problem!!!

@jayritchie851

2 жыл бұрын

What Stephen A. and most Americans fail to understand is how Congress works. Dems may hold a slim majority but they have no control. In the House of Representatives, where they have control, they have sent much positive legislation to the Senate. In the Senate, they need 60 votes to approve any bills they get from the House. They only have 50-51 votes, depending what fake Dems like Manchin and Sinema do. Rarely do any Republicans break ranks and vote with the Democrats....so any legislation, supported by a majority of Americans, such as common sense gun control, health care issues, voting rights, etc. that gets to the Senate, eventually dies. Republicans won't supports these measures and they won't be held accountable. They won't be voted out if offuce because over the last 25 years, they have rigged the system

@presticles123

2 жыл бұрын

@@jayritchie851 you realize both parties do this when the other has power right? Anyone who says "common sense gun laws" usually doesn't know anything about guns. The only being proposed that makes any sense is you should have to be 21 years old. Everything else being proposed by dems makes zero sense if you know anything about guns.

changing gun laws won't stop someone from getting a gun, its very easy to get an illegal gun

@garybroner9930

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with but putting something in place that's common sense is a starting point. Right now we have no starting point

@RobertSmith-bf6zi

2 жыл бұрын

@@garybroner9930 what do you mean? You have to pass a federal background check to get a gun...

@RobertSmith-bf6zi

2 жыл бұрын

@@garybroner9930 they need to just increase punishment on criminals instead of trying to make it harder to get a gun for a legal person

@davida99

2 жыл бұрын

make a bullet 2k each.

@Brandon_388

2 жыл бұрын

@@davida99 lol

Politicians need to work for us not the other way around

I have a new found respect for Stephen A. Stoped listening to first take for a while when it became too political. But now he’s talking like a moderate while looking out for the black community. Very honourable.

There is many times I disagree with Stephen A. But he is one hundred percent right about this. We need to hold all politicians responsible. Enough is enough. Time to get something done.

@studentdrake

Жыл бұрын

Like what?

@studentdrake

Жыл бұрын

Ps I'm keeping my ar, shove it.

I'm glad this is being said. I only wish there was enough pressure from the common person for politicians to be held accountable.

Actually the Democratic hold 48 seats the 2 independents that’s 50 seats! Plus don’t forget about the conservative Democrats but more importantly the whole FILABUSTER thing that stalls anything and everything!

👏👏👏👏👏👏 We need more people like you!!

The party system is the downfall of this country. Pointing fingers disrespecting each other like children. Blindly following a political party instead of trying to find a way to come together as a country and be one. Each side blaming each other like children… we need to get them ALL OUT. Reform the government. Get all these old people who don’t have much time left out

Excellent Stephen A. Could not have been said better 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Just gotta point this out that it's 48 Dem Senators & 2 Independents who caucus with the Dems, not 50 & 2 like Stephen A says. Pretty big distinction.

@rebeccairl2290

2 жыл бұрын

yes, BIG distinction!

And 3 days from now we'll be talking about Basketball and Barbecue and this will be on the back burner as usual ..The problem is us, because we have become numb to it cuz our love one's are still breathing oxygen...As long as it happens elsewhere Do we really give a Dam?? That is our Dam problem Right there....and that's FACTUAL 💯

We should remember this moment. If anything happens to this man we know.

@thel.akhalil1249

2 жыл бұрын

😤

@professionalmeatbeater6983

2 жыл бұрын

Wdym why would they kill him?

@russ33c1

2 жыл бұрын

@@professionalmeatbeater6983 because the government is involved in wet work

@troyboy811

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, people speak out about guns literally every day, and there are organizations dedicated to this very topic. But they're gonna off a random sports analyst. Very plausible.

@Brandon_388

2 жыл бұрын

Lmao

You know an issue is serious when Stephen A Smith breaks his TV persona character to spell out rational takes to the public

There are no opposite sides. They are on the same team, representing corporate donors.

I'm sorry but this is EXACTLY why ESPN is losing viewers! People DON'T want politics mixed with their sports, that's why ESPN's viewership continues to decline. At least Fox Sports avoids politics in their sports coverage. I don't support gun violence, but I don't support people taking away the second amendment either. If I wanted to listen to politics I would watch Fox News or CNN. This is exactly why NBA viewership has seriously declined in recent years and has never recovered. When you talk about politics during a sports telecast, it upsets half of the country. That's why Fox Sports avoids politics in their coverage. That's a fact.

Thank you Stephen! Both sides are the problem

Yep. Almost everytime bills get stalled in the house, its cause the bill (topic) at hand contained an additional asterisk that has NOTHING to do with the bill about to be voted on. So nothing gets done. Politicians been doing this since forever. Stephen A is right about that point he made.

Stephen A Smith this is the most sensible statement I’ve heard you make.

Stephen preaching right now, I’ve always told people HOLD YOUR APPOINTED LEADERS ACCOUNTABLE, ITS YOUR DUTY

I don't usually agree with Stephen A. Smith about everything, but I 100% do agree with him on this one. His employees should learn how to not take just one side of the issue.

Yes.. 100% agree.. Glad you have the nuts to say it.

Why don't the geniuses, Stephen a Smith and Steve Kerr explain what bill would have prevented this tragedy. There's a second amendment that guarantees a person's right to bear arms. Not all of us have millions of dollars to pay for bodyguards like they do. And honestly, we don't need to be lectured by priveleged millionaires like these 2

@detectiveharris8772

2 жыл бұрын

A well regulated militia Which is the national guard. Different times different contexts

@moshecohen5551

2 жыл бұрын

@@detectiveharris8772 that's not what it says

Thank you for stepping. And, as a community we need to hold all these political leaders accountable. Vote them out. Let's get youth in office with vision, purpose and a moral foundation.

@youngboy2140

2 жыл бұрын

The big question is who has those qualities?? Cause none of these politicians can be trusted

@deebiggie7984

2 жыл бұрын

@@youngboy2140 which is why we need a youth infusion. Alternatively, as a people we need to vet whom ever is running for a seat. Not only pointed questions, but a platform dedicated to that community, that city and state

@Anything_Sports_Unfiltered

2 жыл бұрын

Term limits can be the solution

Thank you. Sometimes...sometimes we don't know how to put our pain into words as intellectually as you did. It needed to be said. Thank you and I do plan to do my part even if all I can do is vote with more conscience, I am in. Thank you. To my people of the world, I love you and we can do better. Let's love the differences we bring to the table and join forces for positive change. Our children need us

Politicians and diapers have something in common ........they should be changed regularly and for the same reasons, said a famous person once.

Where was this outcry with the Brooklyn Subway shooter? 🤔

On the money Steven A.

Hold them accountable by voting them out pretty simple

LONG OVERDUE!!! Politicians have been in a gravy train and see dollars 💵

Man, it only took Stephen A 20 years, but he’s finally found his voice on social issues.

@alexjames4770

2 жыл бұрын

@M M Considering I’m an engineer, good for him.

Athletes are held to a higher standard than politicians and I wonder why

I couldn't agree with you more you hit it right on the nail congratulations for a great statement

This kid can't even drink but he can go out and buy 2AR15 and a bunch of body armor and ammo

make schools have one entrance with 1-2 policeman at the front and a metal detector, problem solved

Go head Stephen A! Well articulated my brotha 🙌🏽🙌🏽

Well Stephen A you were absolutely correct here. Absolutely spot on.

Over 300 kids were killed last year by drunk drivers I guess we need to get rid of beer to.

Politics, media, social media, W.H.O etc all have a part in the problem. People are worried about things they can't control instead of trying to become the best version of themselves.

@jjorjojo

2 жыл бұрын

It's sad that your solution is "You can't fix it. It is what it is".

@slapshot68

2 жыл бұрын

So u will accept horrible stories like these happening almost every wk?

@relentlesseducator

2 жыл бұрын

I think what he is trying say is that it all starts with ourselves. In our own homes. But there is so much anxiety and people are so off balance all the time that people can’t even start where it matters most. The best thing we can do for society is to be the best persons we can be for ourselves and our families and communities.

@dro408sj4

2 жыл бұрын

@@relentlesseducator Thank you for clarifying. I never said it cant be fixed or I accept it but that's the problem people only see one side. Facts are facts but truth comes in different forms.

When it comes to USA - when I’m talking to my friends we all agree that The US is #1 in the world in : Defence spending Obesity School shootings

@Brandon_388

2 жыл бұрын

Yep, you guys might be going to war soon

Wow this is his best take.

There is blood on every politician and elected officials hands this morning.

Incredibly pleased with Steven As take on this. I'm not very politically active either but I liked he didn't just blame one side or person but both sides

@PdubU

2 жыл бұрын

It’s one side!!!!

@drewg17

2 жыл бұрын

​@@PdubU grow up

@PdubU

2 жыл бұрын

@@drewg17 gfys

finally someone said it!!!! there all responsible!! there just not getting the job done

If they've been there for for more than 2 terms, its time to go. Ain't no reason a Senator should keep their seat for more than 12 years.

Second mass shooting in less than a month apart. Absolutely heartbreaking. Stay safe everyone 🙏🏾.

My solution: Before you can buy or own a gun you have to take Mental health assessment. If you fail you cant not legally buy a gun into you go through and pass a mental health program. Those who buy and sell guns illegally must be tried swiftly and harshly. It wont solve everything but can be start. Its harder to get a job in America than to buy a gun

@johnnyboy7538

2 жыл бұрын

What if the person was sane before then goes insane afterward? Look at countries that have next to zero gun violence, they all have one thing in common, they limit access to guns to everyone sane and insane alike. I lived in eastern europe, Poland specifically. There were nice people but I am more than sure there were lots of racists ignorant MFs who subscribe to white supremacist ideas. But hey, no gun, no way to carry out mass murders. America cannot eat it's cake and have it. You must decide, do you want to live in such a society or continue with the status quo.

@bansnabs5523

2 жыл бұрын

No thanks, so some shaniqua can tell me I’m insane because I’m not black ?

@theflipper404

2 жыл бұрын

@@bansnabs5523 bro you sound Schizo. Lol. Most black people are normal people. They ain’t all woke like that.

@haydennyagah706

2 жыл бұрын

@@bansnabs5523 what does race gotta do with any of this?

Most of those guns come from outside the state if they had stricter laws across each state I think it would definitely decrease availability to fire arms. If you feel the need to have one for self protection there can be strict procedures in place for you to purchase one.

@troyboy811

2 жыл бұрын

What "stricter" laws do you suggest? Just saying "something needs to change" without actually suggesting anything makes it as worthless as anything a politician says. You already are not allowed to bring guns across state lines without abiding by the state's gun laws. If you're not allowed to have a certain firearm in a state, you don't magically get to have it because you brought it from a state you are allowed to have it in. Is a new law going to make it double illegal? The only law that would have prevented what happened is a complete ban on rifles, which would be political suicide, as it is not anywhere near the national sentiment.

@martinaraujo8146

2 жыл бұрын

Have you been to california lol strict af amd violence is up the roof. These laws just make ordinary citizens targets for criminals that dont care about your strict LAWS

Glad he called out Kerr for only saying republicans names the whole system is wack on both sides

SAS finally spoke truth. Hold them all accountable.

Great statement but will not solve much unfortunately.. People who want to do bad things will do it, be it gun or bomb/explosive. The man did not have any sense of the law to begin with so what good would a background check do? Also, there was no mention of how he obtained the guns...Before passing meaningless laws we need to address the underbelly of the issue.

It starts at home. What happens in these kids homes and schools before a tragedy. If you're waiting on a senator hundreds of miles from the people they represent to fix a problem in the home, it will always be too late.

@AB1B1

2 жыл бұрын

Can't regulate what goes on in someone home.

@ryanstewart6772

2 жыл бұрын

@@AB1B1 if a teacher or faculty member notices child abnormalities they can and should inform the authorities. Not every home is equipped for raising kids.

@kingcort8073

2 жыл бұрын

@@ryanstewart6772 no one is responsible for raising anyone kids....

@ryanstewart6772

2 жыл бұрын

@@kingcort8073 the parents and the community are.

@carbondated21

2 жыл бұрын

@@ryanstewart6772 im sure plenty of those children’s parents were great parents. This is an idealistic view. America has an issue with guns, politics and mental health.

Hold both sides accountable if you want real change. Good on SAS.

this is why we need to set a limit on how many terms you can serve in congress, that way we get fresh new faces

Right on brother!!!

Sas: “We should have more laws” The shooter broke the law though

@samwilson4597

2 жыл бұрын

how would he kill all of these kids if he doesn't have access to weapons though? take the weapons away and he won't be able to cause that much damage

@ImOriginallyGreen

2 жыл бұрын

By that logic we shouldn’t have any laws

@kevinmoore2820

2 жыл бұрын

@@samwilson4597 the weapons is a propped excuse. Remove the weapon/gun and you still have a dark-spirited individual that inspires to do evil whether it's with a gun, knife, bat, hammer... Anything! These regurgitated, built-in excuses aren't working anymore

@mirabPL

2 жыл бұрын

@@samwilson4597 how you gonna take away 600 milions of guns? and yeah he would use either ANFO like timmy did in oklahoma city or truck like in Nicea

@dpakj989

2 жыл бұрын

@@samwilson4597 Anyone can get a weapon if they really want to. Plenty of guns floating on the black market.

Thank you for speaking on this topic

Thank you to Stephen A for calling out both sides. It's not just Republicans, Democrats are also part of the issue. We just need a clean slate

You should also be calling out the politicians who voted to have the Bible and prayer out of schools.

i don't think it's just as simple as more gun control laws though. criminals are criminals because they don't follow the laws. in fact, the hero in the elementary school shooting is the guy who ran and got his own gun and took a bullet in his attempt to take down the shooter and didn't wait for more police to arrive and more time for this spree to continue. I'm afraid making this issue just about gun control only is a drastic oversimplification of a much deeper problem. Agree with SAS though absolutely. we elected these folks and they have done awfully in "representing" their constituencies and far too often they sit idle, collect their paycheck off our tax dollars, and do less than the acceptable minimum in carrying out their job. we gotta hold these politicians accountable. get them out if they won't take action.

@HorsepowerTherapy2

2 жыл бұрын

Nobody wants to hear that argument do you know why? Because there is no fix, and that doesn’t satisfy people.

Perfectly said! Thank you!

Love him or hate him, Stephen A. Smith nailed it here.

Here in the Philippines, we don't have mass shootings in schools because we have at least 4 security guards. And when we get into trouble, we don't blame other people for it. It's not about color or money, it's about right and wrong. it's about responsibility.

@presticles123

2 жыл бұрын

Lol the Philippines tried to adopt the US constitution but failed miserably.

If someone is mad that a sports show is using their platform to talk about a tragedy, your just another error in the system.

@freddygaulman5493

2 жыл бұрын

lol so a guy who talks sports 24/7, works a normal 9 to 5 job and expects the conversation to be about sports is an error??? Yup, sure bud

@tyresewilson7399

2 жыл бұрын

@@freddygaulman5493 excuse me who a you loser

Bless up

Putting out these polarizing bills that are suppose to address these situations do nothing for them. ridiculous