Together We Stand To Bring Peace

About Lester Smith

A Lifetime of Service. A Vision for Real Change.

Lester Smith is a lifelong resident of Shreveport and a proud advocate for the people of District F. For more than 65 years, he has called the Mooretown community home, dedicating his life to serving his neighbors through leadership, faith, and community involvement.

A respected businessman, entrepreneur, and community activist, Lester has spent decades working to improve the quality of life for families across Shreveport. He is the founder and former president of the Mooretown Neighborhood Association, former First Vice President of the Shreveport Branch NAACP, and co-owner and co-host of the Keeping It Real Radio and Podcast.

His commitment to public service extends beyond advocacy. Lester has helped organize community initiatives to reduce violence, including chairing the NAACP Drug and Substance Committee, helping launch the city’s first lockup initiative, organizing Northwest Louisiana’s first Gang Truce, and leading the “Drop Your Guns” campaign to reduce gun violence.

A devoted father of six, Lester is an active member, Deacon, and Brotherhood President at Oak Hill Baptist Church, where his faith continues to guide his commitment to honesty, integrity, and service.

Now, Lester Smith is running for Shreveport City Council, District F, because he believes our city deserves leadership that listens, works together, and delivers real results. With your support, we will do our best to ensure justice & peace for all.

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What Lester Smith Stands For.

Real Leadership. Real Solutions. Real Change.

Lester Smith believes every resident of District F deserves safe neighborhoods, quality infrastructure, economic opportunity, and transparent leadership. His campaign is focused on bringing people together to solve problems and build a stronger future for Shreveport.

Public Safety

Reduce crime through stronger partnerships with local law enforcement.Expand after-school programs and youth mentorship opportunities.Increase job opportunities for young people to help prevent crime before it starts.

Economic Development

Support local businesses and entrepreneurs.Create new jobs with livable wages.Work alongside city leaders to attract investment and economic growth throughout District F.

Infrastructure

Replace aging water infrastructure.Improve roads, streets, drainage, and sidewalks.Invest in long-overdue neighborhood improvements.

Neighborhood Revitalization

Encourage affordable housing and neighborhood redevelopment.Create cleaner, safer, and more attractive communities.

Transparency & Accountability

Promote honest, open government.Build stronger partnerships between City Council, the Mayor’s Office, and District F residents.Ensure taxpayer dollars are spent responsibly.

Education & Community

Support teachers and advocate for competitive pay.Expand youth programs and workforce development.Encourage community engagement and civic participation.

Clean, Safe Water

Prioritize replacing Shreveport’s aging water system.Ensure every resident has access to reliable, safe drinking water.

Upcoming Events

Here is the list of our upcoming events and petitions.

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Campaign Vision

“Tired of the Same? Do You Want Real Change?”

Lester Smith is running to bring experienced leadership, community-focused solutions, and accountable government to City Hall. His goal is to make District F a safer, stronger, and more prosperous place to live, work, and raise a family.

Together, we can build a better Shreveport — one neighborhood, one family, and one opportunity at a time.