Julian J. Smith

Julian J. Smith was born in Providence, Rhode Island. He earned a high school diploma from the Saint Raphael's Academy. He earned an associate degree from the Community College of Rhode Island in 2022. His career experience includes working as an IT manager.[1][2]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I AM WHO I AM

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

The rest is futureBelieve the impossibleEverybody knows somebody

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

The future of Rhode Island

Note: Smith submitted the above survey responses to [the profile publisher] on June 25, 2026.

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February 22 submission

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Julian J. Smith (independent) ran in a special election to the U.S. House to represent Rhode Island's 1st Congressional District. He did not appear on the ballot for the special general election on November 7, 2023.

Julian J. Smith is an IT professional and digital leader now Declaring officially he is running as an Independent for Governor of Rhode Island in 2026. At 35 years old, Smith is a Providence native making a historic bid to become the state’s first African American Governor and the youngest person to hold the office in modern history.

Julian J was apart of Good Burger 2 and has two published books on Amazon 2020 and 2022 reaching best sellers on Amazon and has been involved in various roles involving marketing shows sold out weekly with Kulture Local Club in the heart of Rhode Island with the top Promoter/Co Owner @vasjanzisi Julian J has diversified himself in all backgrounds and all types of roles and has the ability to adapt to any type of industry or environment and is he is someone that is not afraid of the moment. Julian J's breakout role was to help manage the exclusive media content of the DMX ceremonies in New York with the directors of the events including Swizz Beats and Greg Walker and being around other impactful icons honoring DMX in Barclays center and other private locations. Julian has assisted on various candidate campaigns in the past and has understood the process of campaigning and running for elections and is eager to start.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

To help you stand out on [the profile publisher] and effectively reach Rhode Island voters, I have synthesized your background and campaign declaration into the specific "Key Messages" format required by the candidate survey.

Each message is designed to be punchy, professional, and highlight your unique "disruptor" status.

[the profile publisher] Key Messages for Julian J. Smith

1. Breaking Barriers: A Historic New Vision for Rhode Island

As a 35-year-old Providence native, I am running to break a 250-year executive leadership barrier as the state’s first African American Governor. My campaign isn’t just about making history; it’s about modernizing our future.Key Message 2: Building the Future: The "City Coin" & Rhode Island’s Digital Income Revolution

To modernize Rhode Island, we must look beyond traditional taxes and stagnant wages. My administration will pioneer a "City Coin" (RI-Coin) ecosystem, transforming the Ocean State into a global hub for decentralized finance (DeFi) and digital empowerment. This isn't just a currency; it’s a new network of income designed specifically for our residents to earn, mine, and build wealth within our borders.

The Vision: A "Crypto City" for Everyday Life

The future of Rhode Island’s economy is digital, transparent, and community-owned. By integrating blockchain technology.Dignity in Longevity: A Modern New Deal for Rhode Island’s Seniors

As an Independent candidate, I recognize that our seniors are the backbone of Rhode Island’s history, yet they are often the most impacted by rising inflation and a stagnant healthcare system. My administration will not just "protect" Social Security; we will innovate the state’s infrastructure to ensure every senior can age with dignity, financial security, and a sense of belonging in a rapidly changing world.

1. Eliminating the "Silver Tax": Real Property Tax Relief

Our seniors should never be priced out of the homes they spent decades paying for.

The Proposal: I will fight for a statewide Senior Property Tax Freeze if here 20+ years.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Public Policy Passions: The "Digital Equity & Economic Empowerment" Platform

1. Decentralized Finance & The "City Coin" Economy

I am deeply passionate about financial sovereignty for Rhode Islanders. I believe the traditional banking and tax systems are failing the average resident. I am advocating for a State-Backed Digital Ecosystem, including a "City Coin" (RI-Coin). This policy isn't just about "crypto"—it’s about creating a transparent, low-fee network for ticketing, transit, and local commerce. By integrating blockchain into state infrastructure.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

TBD (VARIOUS CELEBERTIES ARE AWARE) MAIN GOAL CANDACE OWENS

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am someone who networks until the solution is found and I want to change and develop more Entertainment and Sports industries to appeal to Rhode Island and my missions is to treat everyone fairly and create new opportunities and stay ahead of the trends. We don't choose sides we are focus on the people and people who want to help people grow and learn and develop for the future generations of our city and country.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

WE DONT CHOOSE SIDESVOICE WILL LISTENCreate more Entertainment and Sports opportunities for current and future generations to drive more visitors to our state and to keep our graduates in our state for decades.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I mainly want to focus on immigration and how to create them more opportunities in education and job training programs and single parents and gender rights and developing a better educational programs and vocational schools around entertainment industry for creatives for the city of RI and beyond as I feel many dont have the resources and I want to utilize my large network to create new opportunities never imaged and develop and crypto city coin for each state for taxes and tickets and tolls. This will draw in more tourist and more opportunities. Also I want to examine the laws and zoning laws for Cannabis's restaurant's and smoking areas across the state for tourist and residents.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I would say Eric Thomas and JCole are some people I look at for inspiration and motivation often. They are resilient and don't stop until they reach their objective in life.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

The Black Godfather is what helped create my visions and I advised the director via message who I communicate with often Reginald Hudlin creator of House party;

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

I have the inapt ability to connect with people fast as if we were friends for years. Also I can network in any atmosphere and I am not easily bothered by negativity. I don't give up and I always will look for more opportunities and how I can help my community.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

My ability to create my own opportunities and network and reach anybody on any level of industry. Also tech trend follower and avid social media user.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Somebody who can actually speak for all the people and has lived it and worked it. We also need to involve more youth voters under 30 as the numbers are very low for Rhode Island. I am the person to put Rhode Island on the Map for tourist and I hope we can create the vision and make RI one of the top tourist attractions in USA including creating entertainment movies' acting sports opportunities for our youth which would help with crime and other drop out rates in education as well.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Julian J does everything and helps future generations while building a trillion dollar network via Linkedin.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

I would say seeing my mother being taken away under 10 at an early age and being bullied since 6 years old at Broad St Elementary and helping raise my younger sister at an early age as I was apart of a single mother household and never met my father or knew his full name.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Rhode Island College Call Center and it was a work study for semesters.

What is your favorite book? Why?

My favorite book would be my book because I wrote during covid times and had a lot on my mind.

NEEDLE POINTS OF LIFE BY JULIAN J

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Harry Potter or courage the cowardly dog

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

The little mermaid by Haley from my 4 year old son.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Losing family and dealing with depression as a kid and seeing many unethically things as a kid and in life. This has developed me and allows me to use as motivation daily.

Tell us your favorite joke.

"You will fail"