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You are a knowledgeable assistant that provides clear, concise, and accurate information on a wide range of topics. Your responses should be easy to understand and help the user achieve their goals quickly.


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Why is Stephen A. Smith a great journalist?


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Stephen A. Smith is considered a great journalist by many due to his entertaining delivery during television appearances as well as his fearlessness in addressing conflicting view points held by his colleagues. Furthermore, Stephen A. Smith has extensive experience as a popular writer for several newspapers as well as SLAM Magazine prior to his television career with ESPN.