Hello everybody! 

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Thank you for visiting my campaign site for 5th Ward Candidate for City Councilman out of Eureka, California! 

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I've called Eureka home for a decade, starting in the mid-1990s. I advocate for traditional community values. I've seen firsthand how leadership rooted in service can strengthen a city. I'm running for Eureka's 5th Ward to restore a sense of unity, respect, and responsibility--values that build safer streets, stronger families, and a more stable local economy.

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Professionally, I am a Research Historian associated with the U.S. National Archives. I have been privately employed by many various organizations to research, write, and present varying projects. This all has led to collaborating with many varying entities nationwide; including Providence Foundation, Wallbuilders (featured on FOX News), Florida State University Medical Center, World History Institute, Hong Kong Government Representatives, and many others. I am the author of three books found at all major outlets. Further, I have authored of varying news articles and magazines. Finally, I have taught Junior High School for a year and I am an honorably discharged United States Coast Guard veteran.

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Eureka is a city with deep roots and even greater potential. It's time we focus on practical solutions that make our neighborhoods safer, our local economy stronger, and make our government more accountable to the people who live here. I care deeply about maintaining the character and integrity for our neighborhoods. 

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Time to focus on public safety, real economic growth, supporting local jobs, supporting families, and finally, preserving what makes this place special!

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VOTE SMITH FOR 2026!!

​Daniel L. Smith, MA.HIS