Smith tells Kasich he was in a "really dark place" before finding hope in the Lord and in his friends. He says, "And now I found it in my presidential candidate, and I really appreciate what it is that you've been talking about."
Smith went on to say "I would really appreciate one of those hugs you've been talking about."
Kasich hugged the young man and said "As I have been out here this is not unusual."
Kasich said he has heard stories like Smith's all across the country.
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