Paul Smith

Paul Smith earned a high school diploma from the Bellarmine College Prep. He graduated from the College of San Mateo in 1988.

His career experience includes working as a volunteer. He has been affiliated with Marsing Emergency Network.[1]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a Christian Abortion Abolitionist. This is my third run for office in Idaho, starting in 2004. I'm also a Christian libertarian and am an ardent supporter of former Representative Ron Paul and share his political ideology. I align with the Thomas Jefferson in that "The government that governs best, governs least." Many of the principles that I adhere to are outlined in the book "The Law" penned by Frederic Bastiat in the 19th Century. I will say that what someone has done in their life, such as an occupation or avocation does not really equate to who they really are. If we want to talk about qualifictions of a candidate running for office, the quality of one's character is far more important than what they do or have done for a living. The government at every level in this country is full of so-called 'qualified' individuals who have the proper professional credentials and background but lack the one quality that preserves and protects the freedoms of The People; and that is a loyalty to the foundational principles of a free society, and in our case what is peculiar to America. Just because someone is a natural born in America does not mean that they are truly an American at heart.. My qualification rests not on thinking I know how to run other people's lives through a myriad of oppressive beaurocracies but on allowing them to run their own lives. I'm not an official - I'm a servant.

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?

Abolish Abortion/Child Sacrifice in Idaho. John Adams said that our' government was "...created only for a moral and religious People. It is wholly inadequate to the government of another." The religion he was referring to is Christianity. It is the only faith that promotes the Word of God in it's entirety. God says all human beings are created in His image, and that is what separates us from the rest of Creation. God abhors child sacrifice which in this society is protected (along with would-be mothers) and euphemistically called 'birth control'. The 14th Ammendment calls for 'equal protection under the law', yet we allow the torture and murder of innocents in the womb. His judgement is on usReturn State sovereignty to Idaho. Eliminate all funding from the federal government. That means all grants etc. because it's all collective theft ."With the shekels comes the shackles." Ever since president Lincoln instituted the idea of 'federal supremacy' the states have suffered egregious assaults upon their sovereignty and have been relegated as dependents upon the federal teat. What policies that were enacted against the Indians have been perfected to the point that the States may say: 'We're all on the res now'. Call back our Nat'l Guard and have them stand along our border. Give sixty days for the federal agencies to leave. We can take care of our own business.Eliminate the financial relationship with the feral Federal Reserve. Our national debt can never be repaid. We can't keep up with the interest payments . If we continue to 'kick the can down the road' our progeny will become slaves in the 'land of the free'. We're almost there now. Establish our own financial system that is compatable with modern technology, but based upon precious metals. It will be a tough transition, but it will reap tremendous rewards in the future. Part of this transition is to eliminate the property tax .

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Idaho is corrupt. We are no longer the land of the free because we are no longer brave. Foreign nations,lobbyists (IACI for one) lead legislators by the nose. We have turned our back on God and we are reaping the whirlwind. That happens because without God we lack the discernment to raise up un-compromising servants.

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

The Father, through Christ his Son, with the aid of the Holy Spirit. On Earth, I look to Ron Paul, Michael Peroutka, because they are Christians who stand on God's principles of governance.

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

The Bible, The Law by Frederic Bastiat, The Anti-Federalist Papers, The Federalist Papers, all of Ron Paul's books. Institute on the Constittion.

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

I'm stubborn to a fault.

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

To faithfully execute the duties as outlined in the Constitution. To protect the Liberty of the People

What legacy would you like to leave?

Eliminate child sacrifice, restore a Constitutional govenment, erradicate the corruption in the courts, promote small businesses

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

November 22, 1963

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

Paper route, although , technically speaking I contracted with the paper to deliver their product.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Bible of course. Because it was written through the hand of God, and is true in every sense, and the highest sense.

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

Please....

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

Living as a Christian in this wicked world, but I am more than a conquerer in Christ Jesus.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature?

Respect, unlike what the current governor has for the Idaho Lesgislature

What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?

Continuing to deny the Rights of the Unborn; Accepting federal funding for anything - 'with the shekels come the shackles'; the 'woke' agenda which is morally broke.; convincing Idahoans to stop voting for the lesser of two evils, because it only promotes more evil; removing the provision in the State Constitution for Public education

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

Not neccesarily. That is one reason why so many are for term limits. I am not, but the sentiment shows that you can 'fool many of the people most of the time'. Most politicians are attorneys - that says something about their qualifications.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Yes, as long as their is no compromise on one's principles of governance.

Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Rep. Ron Paul

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

The top of the pyramid for governance must be at the local level., and that must be respected by all other governments with respect to the Law of the Land

Both sitting legislators and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

I've heard plenty of stories in which residents Rights have been violated, but not in the District in which I reside.

Tell us your favorite joke.

Should the legislature oversee or grant the use of emergency powers?

Trick question. In any emergency ALL branches of government should be included.

What is the first bill you would introduce if elected?

Abolish the pracrice of child sacrifice, also known as abortion. Make the penalty the same as the rest of the murder statutes. In this case 'pre-meditated'

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Conservatives of

What committees interest you?

Senate State Affairs Committee.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

There must be both, but we don't have that in the united States.

Do you support or oppose changes to the current state ballot initiative process? If so, what kind of changes would you consider?

Return to an open Primary, but in no way do I support the current Proposition . I am abjectly opposed to Prop 1