Sawyer Smith is a unique fellow these days.
He is interested in politics and has met three of the major GOP candidates seeking that party’s nomination for President, plus one who’s name has been volleyed around during this election season.
What a deal for a kid from Dexter to meet Mitt Romney, Herman Cain, Rick Santorum and "the Donald" himself - Donald Trump.
Sawyer is he son of Kip and Pam Smith of Dexter, and a 2010 graduate of Dexter High School.
Sawyer plays baseball for the Palm Beach Atlantic Sailfish and is pursuing a degree in marketing & finance.
SMT TOP TEN QUESTIONS for Sawyer Smith:
- Name: Jon Sawyer Smith
- Age: 19
- Attends: Palm Beach Atlantic University
Why does politics excite you so? There is never a dull moment to me in politics. I could go on and on about who and what in politics interest me and why but, the most important reason I become excited is because I love this country and care deeply about the paths it chooses to take day in and day out. These paths are determined ultimately through politics.
How have you had the opportunity to meeting three of the 2012 presidential candidates? Well, God has certainly blessed me with some wonderful opportunities and opened doors that most do not get to walk through so first off I am very thankful for that. Through my college republicans organization, student government association, and other personal connections. I have been fortunate enough to cross paths with people like this from time to time.
Who have you met and where? As far as presidential candidates go in 2012, I have shook hands with some Rick Santorum, Herman Cain, and Mitt Romney. Also, if Donald Trump announces his candidacy for president, he will make a fourth candidate I've had the pleasure of meeting. I was very upset I missed my chance to meet Newt Gingrich and Rick Perry over Christmas break when I was home from school.
Use three words to describe each candidate. Professional. Intelligent. Enthusiastic.
Why is the election of 2012 important? While all elections have been and remain important, this particular election of 2012 may be the most vital yet in deciding our nations ever changing course in history. We will ether decide to continue this downward spiral we have been experiencing for so long or we will elect a different individual that will lead us with hopes of turning things around in Washington and returning America to the place it once was before it is too late.
Traditionally, young voters are one of the smallest voting groups in national elections. What would you say to encourage your peers to become involved in the process and to vote? Before I would tell them to go vote, I would first tell them to learn and understand on their own behalf the issues and things taking place in our country if they do not know already. Find out what you stand for and support it by voting. Far too often I witness others show no interest in politics, I think they fail to realize that whether they are interested or not it affects their lives too; not only theirs, but their families and friends also. Take initiative to care about what’s happening in our great country and hit the polls wholeheartedly, your vote does count and can make a difference.
Who is your political hero and why? I do not have just one political hero. There are too many that I look up to only to say one name.
What are Sawyer Smith’s career goals? I certainly know that my interest and heart is in government/politics and/or business but I do not yet know what the Lord has planned for my life. I am taking it one day at a time open to whatever comes my way; always ready to seize an opportunity.
What is your favorite sound? Music in general. I love all kinds.
What is your favorite word? Love.
