It’s been a while since I’ve published a post to the blog so I want to start by saying thank you to everyone who took time to vote. I am very grateful for your support. As I anticipated, the race for 380th district court judge will be decided in a runoff election on Tuesday, July 31. Early voting is Monday, July 23 through Friday, July 27. Please mark your calendar! You’ve been so generous already but hang in there with us, it’s not over yet.
I would like to publically acknowledge the fine campaigns run by Chip Jarvis and Jody Johnson. Chip was always friendly and quick to help everyone relax, and Jody added a great deal of professionalism and class to our campaign. I wish them both the best in their future endeavors.
We received very good news recently. Kelly Shackelford, President and CEO of the Liberty Institute, is endorsing my candidacy for 380th district court judge. Many thanks to Kelly for his support.
In the last week, we’ve taken some time to refuel and focus on the task in front of us. We’ve also spent a lot of time giving credit where credit is due—God has come through for us in so many countless ways these last few months.
Our eldest son, Jackson, finished his kindergarten year. My wife, who teaches third grade, wrapped up the school year on Friday. So, the Smith family is officially in summer vacation mode. This year, we’ll be getting a lot of exercise on our vacation…walking door to door.
Speaking of vacations, I suspect many of you will be heading out of town in the coming weeks. If you expect to be outside Collin County during the week of early voting and on election day, July 31, you can arrange for an absentee ballot to be mailed to your location. Find more information here.
Thanks again for your support and encouragement.
Ben Smith for Judge 