Stephen Curry has led the Golden State Warriors to four NBA titles — but could he lead the United States? In an interview with CBS, the all-time leader in 3-pointers said he’d consider a presidential run when he retires from basketball.
The 10-time All-Star appeared on “CBS Mornings” on Tuesday to discuss his latest children’s book: “I Am Extraordinary.” The conversation shifted to politics, with a reporter asking if the two-time MVP could run for president one day.
“Maybe. I have an interest in leveraging every part of my influence for good,” Curry said. “So, if that’s the way to do it … if politics is a way that you can create meaningful change or if there’s another way outside of politics.”
The 35-year-old has been outspoken throughout his NBA career. He participated in Black Lives Matter protests in 2020 and founded the “Eat. Learn. Play.” charitable foundation to support Oakland, California, students in 2019.
Tuesday was a busy day for politically active athletes like Curry. Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said he may ask New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers to serve as his running mate, The New York Times reported. Kennedy said he is also considering former professional wrestler Jesse Ventura, who served as Minnesota’s governor from 1999 to 2003.
• Liam Griffin can be reached at lgriffin@washingtontimes.com.
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