Stephen A Smith GOES OFF On Democrats PLOTTING Liberal Boycott Of Trump State Of The Union Address!
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Takeaways
- ❖Democrats, in conjunction with groups like Move On and Midas Touch, are boycotting Trump's State of the Union to host a 'People's State of the Union' on the National Mall.
- ❖The host believes this boycott is a form of 'virtue signaling' to a 'Trump-deranged' base, lacking any genuine policy proposals.
- ❖He argues Democrats are copying successful conservative boycott strategies, despite claiming such tactics are ineffective.
- ❖Stephen A. Smith criticizes the boycott, stating it is 'juvenile' and 'petty,' eroding any moral high ground Democrats might claim.
- ❖The host advises conservatives not to 'hate-watch' the counter-programming, as it only boosts viewership for the organizers.
- ❖Democrats are accused of normalizing disruptive and petty political behavior, contradicting their stated desire for a return to normalcy.
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1Democratic Boycott as 'Virtue Signaling' and Copycat Strategy
The host asserts that the Democratic boycott of Trump's State of the Union and the creation of a 'People's State of the Union' are not original or substantive. He frames it as a 'virtue signaling' tactic aimed at their base, driven by 'Trump derangement' rather than policy. He claims Democrats are copying successful conservative boycott strategies, such as Turning Point's boycott of the 'Bad Bunny woke Super Bowl halftime show,' despite previously dismissing such tactics.
The host states, 'They saw how successful Turning Point was at boycotting the Bad Bunny woke Super Bowl halftime show... they saw how successful it was and you know it was successful because they're copying it.' He adds, 'They're just copying conservative ideas... while at the same time claiming that it wasn't successful, but you know it was successful because they're copying us.'
2Stephen A. Smith's Condemnation of Democratic Actions
Stephen A. Smith is quoted criticizing the planned Democratic boycott and walkouts as unacceptable. He argues that such 'juvenile,' 'petulant,' and 'petty' behavior undermines the Democrats' ability to hold a moral high ground and judge the President fairly. Smith emphasizes the need for 'an adult in the room' and for elected officials to find ways to 'get things done' for their constituents, rather than engaging in performative protests.
Stephen A. Smith states, 'I'm here to tell you that neither is acceptable. Neither should be acceptable... If you're going to act as juvenile, as petulant, as petty as you accuse the president of the United States to be, how are you ever going to hold a high moral ground?'
3Democrats' Perceived Lack of Policy and Reliance on 'Trump Derangement'
The host repeatedly claims that Democrats have no substantive policy ideas or legislative proposals to offer the American people, particularly regarding affordability. He argues their entire political platform revolves around 'Trump derangement' and opposition to Trump's policies, leading to chaos and a refusal to 'get anything done.' This reliance on anti-Trump sentiment, he suggests, will leave them without a coherent message once Trump is no longer a central figure.
The host asks, 'What do Democrats have to offer the American people outside of Trump derangement? Not a damn thing.' He later adds, 'Democrats don't want to get anything done at all. What have Democrats offered the American people when it comes to affordability?' and 'They don't stand for anything except being against Trump, right?'
Lessons
- Do not 'hate-watch' or engage with the Midas Touch 'People's State of the Union' counter-programming, as it provides them with viewership and validates their efforts.
- Recognize that the Democratic boycott is perceived by some as a petty, virtue-signaling tactic rather than a substantive political move.
- Maintain a basic level of respect for the office of the President by tuning into the official State of the Union address, regardless of personal feelings towards the individual.
Quotes
"If you're going to act as juvenile, as petulant, as petty as you accuse the president of the United States to be, how are you ever going to hold a high moral ground, at least high enough to judge him accordingly?"
"What do Democrats have to offer the American people outside of Trump derangement? Not a damn thing."
"I would just RATHER THEY NOT SHOW UP, RIGHT? IF THEY'RE going to show up and they're going to boohoo, whine, and cry, protest, be disrespectful, okay, cool. Have your own State of the Union."
"Democrats don't stand for anything except being against Trump, right? That's it. And once you realize that, you should be surprised by this type of behavior. That's all they have."
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