Back on June 19th, The Utah Amicus asked the following two questions:
"Who is this young man and why should you be worried?"
"And, what addiction does his mother suffer from that he's not telling you about?"
The answer to the first question is simple for anyone who is actively involved with the Utah Democratic Party, especially those who are active in Washington County. The young man I am referring too is none other than Colt Smith. Why would you be worried? The truth is you shouldn't be unless you are running for office against him.
Colt is a natural politician who as his mother describes has wonderful posture in front of a crowd. He is also an eloquent speaker in the mold of President John F. Kennedy. Unless you have similar abilities it would be my recommendation to not debate Colt due to the fact that he will simply eat you alive.
Colt was born on November 4, 1981 to Jodie and Giff Smith. The reason this is important has to do with the fact that Colt will turn 25 one day before this year's election, which may quite possibly make him the youngest candidate to seek a House Seat (District 71). But don't let his age fool you, Colt is more than capable to handle the decision making and pressure that comes with being a State Legislator.
Colt's father's Giff was a Davis County Deputy Sheriff, Chief of Police for Washington City, and was the President of the Police Union when he passed away when Colt was only five years old.
His mother Jodie has been Colt's strength and support ever since which is very obvious when you visit the Smith Home in Washington City and look at all the photos of Colt in his mother's home. Jodie has proudly raised Colt as a Utah Democrat.
Jodie explained that Colt has been interested in Politics his entire life, "In the fifth grade Colt set a goal to read the biography of every United States President", which I feel is quite an ambition for a nine year old and was an aspiration that Colt completed.
I first met Colt in early 2004 when we both made the decision to run for vice chair of the Utah Democratic Party. Although we were in competition with each other, Colt and I hit it off right from the start. It was Colt who gave Senate candidate Pete Ashdown, State Party Secretary, Xavier Hermosillo, and me a tour of St. George when the three of us drove down to make our case to the Washington County delegates. Colt even allowed us to freshen up and change clothes in his home. Since then I have made several trips to St. George and it is always Colt who takes us out and makes sure that we arrive on time and at the correct destination.
It is now time to answer the second question from above; the addiction that his mother Jodie suffers from is really more of a hobby. Jodie loves anything Disney. There isn't a room in her home that doesn't have memorabilia from the Magic Kingdom (and you all thought I had some real dirt).
I guess the best way to end this article is to explain why I have written such a long post about Colt. Simply said, I love him like a brother. He is both an inspiration and a true friend, and it is my hope that I can someday help him become the distinguished gentleman from Utah. Another goal that I am sure Colt will achieve with both dignity and grace.
Kudos to you Jodie, you have truly raised a great man.
"Who is this young man and why should you be worried?"
"And, what addiction does his mother suffer from that he's not telling you about?"
The answer to the first question is simple for anyone who is actively involved with the Utah Democratic Party, especially those who are active in Washington County. The young man I am referring too is none other than Colt Smith. Why would you be worried? The truth is you shouldn't be unless you are running for office against him.
Colt is a natural politician who as his mother describes has wonderful posture in front of a crowd. He is also an eloquent speaker in the mold of President John F. Kennedy. Unless you have similar abilities it would be my recommendation to not debate Colt due to the fact that he will simply eat you alive.
Colt was born on November 4, 1981 to Jodie and Giff Smith. The reason this is important has to do with the fact that Colt will turn 25 one day before this year's election, which may quite possibly make him the youngest candidate to seek a House Seat (District 71). But don't let his age fool you, Colt is more than capable to handle the decision making and pressure that comes with being a State Legislator.
Colt's father's Giff was a Davis County Deputy Sheriff, Chief of Police for Washington City, and was the President of the Police Union when he passed away when Colt was only five years old.
His mother Jodie has been Colt's strength and support ever since which is very obvious when you visit the Smith Home in Washington City and look at all the photos of Colt in his mother's home. Jodie has proudly raised Colt as a Utah Democrat.
Jodie explained that Colt has been interested in Politics his entire life, "In the fifth grade Colt set a goal to read the biography of every United States President", which I feel is quite an ambition for a nine year old and was an aspiration that Colt completed.
I first met Colt in early 2004 when we both made the decision to run for vice chair of the Utah Democratic Party. Although we were in competition with each other, Colt and I hit it off right from the start. It was Colt who gave Senate candidate Pete Ashdown, State Party Secretary, Xavier Hermosillo, and me a tour of St. George when the three of us drove down to make our case to the Washington County delegates. Colt even allowed us to freshen up and change clothes in his home. Since then I have made several trips to St. George and it is always Colt who takes us out and makes sure that we arrive on time and at the correct destination.
It is now time to answer the second question from above; the addiction that his mother Jodie suffers from is really more of a hobby. Jodie loves anything Disney. There isn't a room in her home that doesn't have memorabilia from the Magic Kingdom (and you all thought I had some real dirt).
I guess the best way to end this article is to explain why I have written such a long post about Colt. Simply said, I love him like a brother. He is both an inspiration and a true friend, and it is my hope that I can someday help him become the distinguished gentleman from Utah. Another goal that I am sure Colt will achieve with both dignity and grace.
Kudos to you Jodie, you have truly raised a great man.
Washington County Chair Cyril Noble and Colt with State Representatives Pat Jones, Brad King, and Ralph Becker
Xavier Hermosillo and Colt Smith
Pete and Colt enjoy an elevated view of St. George, Utah
Colt and Rob
The top photo is of Colt and his mother Jodie (and of course Mickey Mouse)
I will also be adding some photos of Colt from today's parade when I receive them from Jodie
Pete and Colt enjoy an elevated view of St. George, Utah
Colt and Rob
The top photo is of Colt and his mother Jodie (and of course Mickey Mouse)
I will also be adding some photos of Colt from today's parade when I receive them from Jodie
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