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Despite Steph’s Close Friendship With Barack Obama, Wife Ayesha Breaks Silence on Stephen Curry Running for Office Some Day: “Because I Know That..”

Published 12/07/2022, 5:10 AM EST

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Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry doesn’t shy away from sharing his opinions on recent matters, and he’s been all over the headlines over the years. He has previously spoken and participated in many political events and has been very vocal about politics. 

Likewise, he participated in the virtual Democratic National Convention in 2020 to endorse Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. During that year, he also commented on Donald Trump’s first debate performance as well. 

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Additionally, Curry has a great relationship with former President Barack Obama. There were many occasions when both personalities were seen spending time together, from having dinner to playing golf.

The two of them share a wonderful friendship. Likewise, Curry has taken part in Barack Obama’s ‘My Brother’s Keeper’ initiative. Additionally, the Golden State Warriors superstar has led the way in terms of charitable work for this society.

One of his largest charitable foundations, the Eat. Learn. Play Foundation, helps support people in need. Curry is undoubtedly loved by the people, and who knows, maybe he will be an upcoming politician in the future. 

Will Stephen Curry become a politician in the future?

Stephen Curry‘s interest in politics and whether he might have a future in the field were discussed recently by Ayesha. During the interview, Ayesha said that she could never imagine this happening to him, “because I know that he doesn’t want to.”

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Furthermore, she stated, “Growing up and experiencing these things, he wants to share it with the community.” Curry may have different thoughts according to an interview he gave a few years ago. The Golden State Warriors superstar speaks more openly about this subject.

What Curry thinks about being a politician in the future

In an interview with Washington Post reporter Ben Strauss back in 2020, Curry was asked whether he saw a future in politics. In response to this question, Curry provided an answer that no one expected. “If you asked me three years ago if I was going to sit down with Bill Gates, Dr. Fauci, and Stacey Abrams, I would have laughed at you,” Curry said. “So, I mean, who knows?”

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Do you think Stephen Curry may have a future career in politics? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below. 

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Anshika Rai

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Anshika Rai is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports. She is currently pursuing her bachelor's degree in journalism and mass communication. Anshika has been following NBA for many years now.
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