Kem Smith
Kem Smith (Democratic Party) is a member of the Missouri House of Representatives, representing District 68. She assumed office on January 8, 2025. Her current term ends on January 6, 2027.
Smith (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Missouri House of Representatives to represent District 68. She won in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Smith completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Kem Smith earned a high school diploma from Hazelwood Central High School. She earned graduate degrees from Fontbonne University in 2001 and Lindenwood University in 2016. She also graduated from National University in 2022. Her career experience includes working as a teacher.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: Missouri House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Missouri House of Representatives District 68
Kem Smith won election in the general election for Missouri House of Representatives District 68 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Kem Smith (D) | 100.0 | 12,522 | |
| Total votes: 12,522 | ||||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 68
Kem Smith defeated Janay Mosley and Pamela Paul in the Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 68 on August 6, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Kem Smith | 47.1 | 2,484 | |
 | Janay Mosley | 42.8 | 2,259 | |
| Pamela Paul | 10.1 | 530 | ||
| Total votes: 5,273 | ||||
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Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Smith in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Kem Smith completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Smith's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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Dr. Kem Smith is a multi-passionate writer, artist, actress, comedian, and educator from St. Louis, Missouri. In addition to her artistic endeavors, Dr. Kem proudly serves as an English teacher, inspiring and guiding her students to embrace the power of language. She has a Master of Arts degree from Fontbonne University, a Master of Fine Arts degree from Lindenwood University, and a Doctorate in Higher Education Administration Leadership. Dr. Kem combines her passion for education with her expertise in leadership to make a meaningful impact in the academic realm. To continue her passion and dedication to education, in February 2024, Dr. Kem declared her Candidacy for Missouri State Representative District 68 learn more at DrkemforMO.com or KemSmith.com.
- Bring more state economic dollars to North St. Louis County.
- Support Unions and collaborate with county officials to create new jobs.
- Secure the necessary resources for our public schools to adequately educate our children.
Education, economic development, women's reproductive rights, health care equality, labor and economic development, and small business growth.
Shirley Chisholm Documentary
An elected official should be a listener and a researcher. It's important to be informed and ready to make smart decisions on behalf of the constituents she serves.
The core responsibilites are attendance, participation, preparation, and cooperation.
Desert Storm wasn't the first but I remember being 17 and hearing about people going to war. Listening to my parents discuss Ronald Regan in the 1980's was the first time I recall being considered about politics impacting Americans.
My first real job was at Halls Ferry 14 Cine in North St. Louis County. I worked there for the summer when I was 16 years old.
The ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature should be professional and progressive. Both branches need to understand their role and keep the will of the people before any personal gain.
Our state's greatest challenge is unity. We need to be so strong that one cannot fall since all the others are holding her up. We have to commit to our motto, "Let the welfare of the people be the supreme law."
Yes, it is beneficial to bring experience to any field. It is just as important to be coachable.
I believe in the power of building relationships with legislators. A fundamental key to effective teaching and learning is cooperative team work.
I am inspired by Shirley Chisholm and John Lewis.
I am interested in my current campaign. I have to focus on the now.
Elementary and Secondary Education, Higher Education, Tourism, and Economic Development.
There should be financial transparency in government and accountability for all.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Candidate Missouri House of Representatives District 68 |
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on April 29, 2024
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| Preceded by Jay Mosley (D) |
Missouri House of Representatives District 68 2025-Present |
Succeeded by - |
