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A Mouth for White Power: Stephen A. Smith’s Attack on Jasmine Crockett and the Black Resistance

BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — Stephen A. Smith has once again aimed at the very people whose shoulders he stands upon.

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1 year ago

October 17, 2025

Stacy M. Brown

By Stacy M. Brown
Black Press USA Senior National Correspondent

Stephen A. Smith has once again aimed at the very people whose shoulders he stands upon. With all the fervor of a man auditioning for validation from the same establishment that despises his skin, Smith unleashed his latest tirade — not against Donald Trump or Russell Vought or Stephen Miller, the architects of a modern-day apartheid disguised as governance — but against a Black woman who dares to speak truth to power. During an episode of his SiriusXM show, Smith took issue with Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett’s unapologetic criticism of Trump, asking whether her style of confrontation “helps her district.” His words echoed with the same hollow judgment that America has always hurled at outspoken Black women — to be quieter, gentler, and deferential while white men burn the country to ash.

The outrage was swift. Rep. Crockett never mentioned Smith by name. She didn’t need to. Her retweets of Tamika Mallory and others said it all. “It’s no longer a difference of opinion,” Mallory wrote. “Stephen A. Smith’s actions are intentional. In this climate, especially, it’s dangerous. Just wondering if you all plan to do him like you did the NFL about Colin? Or are we still watching his commentary on the wake-up?”

Across social media, Black America had seen enough. Don Salmon wrote, “Stephen A. Smith is a foot soldier for white supremacists. He’s a propaganda mouthpiece. I have never seen the man use his platform to condemn Trump for abusing Black women, but he has a problem with Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett, who is not afraid to call out Trump. He’s not a political scientist or expert in politics. He should stick to sports — he’s done a terrible job with it anyway.” Jason Todd added, “Stephen A. Smith’s alter ego, ‘Step-N-Fetch-It A. Smith,’ emerges once again, this time to criticize Jasmine Crockett.” Another user, The Notorious JTB, wrote, “Stephen A. Smith went after Jasmine Crockett and got dragged into the dirt for it. Loud doesn’t mean smart. He’s finally learning that coming for powerful Black women never ends well.”

And it didn’t end there. Tiffany Cross and Angela Rye, speaking on the Native Land Pod, said Smith has “little d*** energy” for his obsession with tearing down Black women. Former Tallahassee mayor Andrew Gillum said Smith needs to “deal with his Black woman issues,” calling it self-hate. Bakari Sellers added, “I’ve never seen a clip of him where he actually praises a Black woman.” Even Bishop Talbert Swan had smoke for Smith. “Stephen A. Smith has NEVER had smoke for Trump, MAGA, Jan 6 insurrectionists, white Christian nationalists, rogue white police officers, racist judges, teachers, politicians — but Black women?” Swan asked.

Smith’s defenders claim he’s just expressing an opinion, that his critics are trying to “cancel” him. But his own words on The Hill’s reporting expose the deeper rot. “I will never succumb to somebody intimidating and trying to rally folks against me to quell what I have to say,” he said. “Bump that. I ain’t built that way.” What he didn’t say — what he never says — is anything that risks offending the architects of America’s new Jim Crow. He had no such courage when Trump called Haiti and African nations “s***hole countries.” None when police bullets tore through unarmed Black men and women. None when Russell Vought drafted Project 2025 — a blueprint for stripping Black and poor Americans of healthcare, food, and human dignity. He was silent when white nationalists marched through Charlottesville and when insurrectionists smeared feces on the walls of the U.S. Capitol. But let a Black woman raise her voice, and suddenly Stephen A. Smith finds his thunder.

The irony is biblical. This is the same man who called LeBron James “selfish” for defending his community, who questioned Serena Williams’s integrity, and who mocked Colin Kaepernick’s sacrifice. As one post noted, “Stephen A. Smith has spent the last year monetizing tearing down the best of the Black community. LeBron, a pillar of excellence, has devoted his life to tearing him down. Now he’s moved on to Jasmine Crockett, another pillar of excellence? He’s a pathetic little man.” For most in Black America, this is moral treason. The House Negro, Malcolm X warned, “loves his master more than he loves himself.” Smith has perfected that performance for the modern age — a loud voice shouting in the service of power, pretending to speak for us while kneeling at the feet of those who despise us.

And so, Crockett, Mallory, Rye, and Cross did what our mothers and grandmothers have always done — they answered back, not with silence or submission, but with a clarity that cuts through centuries of contempt. What Stephen A. Smith represents is not strength. It is surrender. It is the echo of the plantation, dressed up in a tailored suit and broadcast from a million-dollar studio. The saddest thing is that he believes the applause he earns from white America is respect, when in truth, it is mockery. The revolution that men like him fear has already begun. It is being led by women like Jasmine Crockett, who do not whisper, who do not bow, who will not apologize for being loud in a world built to silence them.

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Here is what you need to know about finding unique white elephant gift ideas that everyone wants to steal

The best white elephant gift ideas are funny enough to get a reaction but useful enough that people actually want to steal them. Look for gifts with a surprise factor, broad appeal, an inside joke, and just enough personality to spark some friendly competition. The wrapping paper comes off, the room goes quiet for half […]

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The best white elephant gift ideas are funny enough to get a reaction but useful enough that people actually want to steal them. Look for gifts with a surprise factor, broad appeal, an inside joke, and just enough personality to spark some friendly competition.

The wrapping paper comes off, the room goes quiet for half a second, and suddenly everyone wants the same gift. That is the sweet spot. A great white elephant pick should make people laugh, lean in, and start plotting their next steal before the turn is even over.

Should a White Elephant Gift Be Funny or Useful?

A white elephant gift can be funny or useful, but the strongest choices usually give people a reason to laugh and a reason to keep the item. A practical gift with an odd design, unexpected feature, or playful theme can get a reaction without becoming something the recipient immediately wants to give away.

The right balance depends on the group. Close friends and family members may enjoy a ridiculous gag gift because they already understand one another’s sense of humor.

A workplace exchange, neighborhood party, or mixed-age gathering usually calls for something with broader appeal. In those settings, humor works better when it is built into an item people could still use afterward.

It also helps to think about how quickly the gift will make sense once it is opened. A strangely shaped kitchen tool, oversized mug, quirky desk accessory, or unexpectedly fancy everyday item can create an immediate reaction. Guests understand the joke right away, while the item still has enough practical value to attract a steal.

Pure gag gifts can be harder to pull off. Something that exists only for the punchline may get a big laugh during the reveal and then sit untouched for the rest of the game. If the goal is to bring one of the gifts everyone keeps fighting over, usefulness gives the joke staying power.

Memorable Present Ideas: Creating Inside Joke Gifts

Inside joke gifts can make a white elephant exchange feel much more personal, especially when most of the group shares the same stories. The trick is choosing a reference that people will recognize quickly instead of building the entire joke around something only two guests understand.

You can turn a memorable vacation mishap, office catchphrase, family story, or long-running group joke into the theme of the gift. A personalized comic book can work especially well when it turns familiar people or a ridiculous shared moment into part of the story.

Think carefully about who the joke involves before ordering anything permanent. The gift should make the person feel included in the fun, not singled out for the wrong reason.

Can You Bring Something You Already Own?

Holiday gift exchanges can be a good place to re-gift something you never used, especially if it is unopened and clean.

The following can all work if they still look presentable:

A duplicate kitchen gadget
An untouched game
A decorative item
A sealed gift set
An unopened candle
A new travel accessory

The goal is to give the item a second chance, not use the exchange as an excuse to clear out damaged or unwanted clutter.

Take a close look at the packaging before wrapping it. Faded boxes, missing pieces, visible wear, or anything that looks obviously used can make the gift feel careless.

Wrapping Budget-Friendly Gifts

Wrapping can make gifts more entertaining before anyone even knows what’s inside.

Misdirection works especially well for fun party games. Put a small gift inside a much larger box. Use packaging from an unrelated household item.

Add harmless weight so guests cannot guess what they are holding. The reveal becomes part of the joke without changing the gift itself.

You can also lean into the theme of the exchange. Bright paper, oversized bows, reusable bags, or deliberately over-the-top wrapping can make an ordinary item feel more memorable. If the gift itself is already funny, simple wrapping may work better so the surprise stays hidden until the last second.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Picking Last an Advantage in White Elephant?

Picking last can be an advantage because you get to see almost every gift before making your move. Instead of choosing blindly from the remaining wrapped presents, you can steal something that has already caught your attention if the rules still allow it.

That advantage depends on the house rules. Some games limit how many times a gift can be stolen.

Others lock an item once it reaches a certain number of steals. If the most popular gifts are already unavailable, the final player may have fewer strong options than expected.

The first player can also get another turn at the end in some versions of the game. That rule can balance things out, since the person who started with the least information may get one final chance to steal.

How Do You Plan White Elephant for a Large Group?

For a large white elephant exchange, set a firm spending limit and establish the stealing rules in advance.

Create a clear turn order before the game begins. Drawing numbers as guests arrive can save time once everyone is ready to start.

Keep the number of steals per gift limited so the game does not drag on. It also helps to have one person track which creative holiday presents have been stolen and when they are locked, especially if dozens of people are participating.

Can You Play White Elephant Virtually?

A virtual white elephant exchange can work over a video call, with one person keeping track of the turn order and each steal. Guests can either mail physical gifts ahead of time or use digital gifts that can be delivered once the game ends.

Set the spending limit and stealing rules before everyone joins. It also helps to decide how gifts will be revealed and who is responsible for sending each one afterward so the exchange does not become confusing.