Vengerflutta Smith, Nashua Ward 6 Alderman Candidate

Vengerflutta Smith

Age (as of Election Day)

67

Position sought (including district number if applicable)

Alderman Ward 6

Party Affiliation

Democratic

Family

Mother Annie Smith , Sisters: Valaria Lonee, LaTosca Kavet,Letitia Shelon,Sonya Wendetta and pup Ginger!

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

Family of retired police and military officers.

Education

Masters College and Univerity Administration, Bachelors Social Science, Bachelors Employment Relations, Associates Degree, Honors Science

Occupation

Higher Education Administrator, (34yrs), College Faculty (30yrs)

Previous or Current Elected or Appointed Office

None

Campaign website

Vengerflutta Smith

Why are you seeking elective office?

Nashua is a great city! Great because of our communities, neighborhoods, and local leadership.

I want to work for Ward 6 and represent our many opinions as we hold our city leaders accountable.

The single most pressing issue facing our (board, district, etc.) is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.

Not one. Ward 6 residents have shared varied concerns regarding utility cost, declining and affordable rental housing.

What are the critical differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?

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If you are a challenger, in what way has the current board or officeholder failed the community (or district or constituency)

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Describe the other issues that define your campaign platform.

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What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

Administrator and educator with experience represent many voices and sharing accurate information as discussed and provide for additional input or comments.

The best advice ever shared with me was:

Be your authentic self and respect when others share their authentic self.

What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

It's not about me, it's about the community of Ward 6 being informed and represented in our local government.