Smith seeks to improve education
DISTRICT 6
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What seat are you running for? House of Representatives District 6.
What other political offices have you held? If none, what other offices, honors or titles have you earned? I have served on the Blaine Town Council for 10 years, been Town Council chairman for six years, received a Conservation Farm Award in 2004, served on the University of Maine at Presque Isle Student Senate, the UMPI University Senate, and have been a representative with the University of Maine’s Multiple University Senate.
What is your career background? My early years of education in a two-room schoolhouse prepared me for high school. After graduating and without means, I hitchhiked to the University of Maine at Presque Isle, took notes without books, and used every frugal means possible to graduate from UMPI with a degree in political science in 1973. With limited options in my degree and my love for the land, I settled into farming and hogging on the old family farm with my horse, Pat.
What made you decide to run for this office? Last spring, my dear wife passed away. During the grieving process, my friends and family encouraged me to continue on, for which I will be ever so thankful. During the Maine Potato Blossom Festival, I was chosen to be a replacement candidate. I humbly accepted the honor placed upon me and promise to do my very best.
What do you see as the most important issue facing the community you will serve? The economy, the education system, the transportation system, the farming community and the overall general welfare of Aroostook County citizens.
What do you see as your primary goal, if elected? To represent all the citizens of Aroostook County to the best of my ability.
Why should people vote for you? I seriously intend to help my fellow citizens as best I can. I will make only one promise during this election campaign. I, Nathan Lee Smith, promise I will serve in the best interest of ALL the citizens of District 6 when elected and all my days thereafter, as your representative to the Statehouse.
