The democratic party leader in the South Dakota House of Representatives is running for Governor.
At a news conference today (Feb. 1, 2022) in Pierre, Jamie Smith of Sioux Falls said the campaign isn’t about him.
Smith believes good government starts at the top.
Smith says if elected, he will respect the voice of the people.
Smith will announce his choice for a Lieutenant Governor at a later date.
Rep. Smith was elected to the South Dakota Legislature in 2016 and has served as House Democratic Leader since 2019.
Jamie, 51, is a devoted father and husband. His wife of 23 years, Kjerstin, is a middle school librarian. He is the proud father of two sons, Johnathan and Isaac. Jamie graduated from Augustana University and works as a realtor.
Jamie has served his community as a Cubmaster, Church President of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, a founding member of Dakota Dads, Vice President of the Sioux Falls Arts Council, board member of the R.A.S.E., and he is currently serving on the board of Affording Housable Solutions. Jamie looks forward to continuing to serve his community, and all South Dakotans.
Photo credit DRG Media Group.
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