Hate the thought of being a politician.

But sick of this mess.

So Im officially leaving all doors open.

Stephen A. Smith teases presidential bid

Stephen A. SmithNoam Galai/Getty Images for SiriusXM

Smithrecently signeda five-year, $100 million deal with ESPN.

Smiths name has come up in the aftermath of theDemocrats defeat.

OnThe Viewlast month, Smith was asked about polls that showed him among the contenders.

Stephen A. Smith

I make of it that citizens, particularly on the left, are desperate, hesaid.

Smith also has attacked Donald Trump, lately over the presidents across-the-board tariffs.