Election
What is a New Hampshire governor’s job?
read more…: What is a New Hampshire governor’s job?The job of New Hampshire governor is largely like that of any other state. Propose a budget, sign or veto bills and be the “face” of the state, among various other duties.
Second Gentleman seeks promotion-Douglas Emhoff campaigns in New Hampshire
read more…: Second Gentleman seeks promotion-Douglas Emhoff campaigns in New HampshireOn Wednesday the Harris for President campaign held a reproductive freedom rally in Concord as part of their nationwide “Fight for Reproductive Freedom” Week of Action. Second Gentlemen Doug Emhoff was the keynote speaker for the event.
I support Will Stewart for Mayor – Vote Tuesday!
read more…: I support Will Stewart for Mayor – Vote Tuesday!If you haven’t thought about the primary, please take time to do so.
The Soapbox: What is a Selectman, anyway?
read more…: The Soapbox: What is a Selectman, anyway?Unlike some other New Hampshire cities and towns, a Manchester selectman is not a policy maker akin to our Board of Aldermen. They are the people who ensure that voting laws and policies are followed to enable every voter the opportunity to feel their votes are securely cast and that they are counted.
The Soapbox: What’s climate got to do with voting?
read more…: The Soapbox: What’s climate got to do with voting?Can we claim to love the beautiful mountains and lakes of NH if we vote for politicians who won’t protect them?
The Soapbox: The Importance of Voting
read more…: The Soapbox: The Importance of VotingIn Hillsborough 20, a district where a mere handful of votes could be the difference between electing a progressive candidate or not, it’s crucial we all turn out to vote. Because of this, I wanted to take a minute to talk about two politicians who need our support.
Life in the Streets: VOTING DAY IS HERE!
read more…: Life in the Streets: VOTING DAY IS HERE!If you haven’t yet, now’s the Time: Go Vote!
Low voter turnout on Primary morning
read more…: Low voter turnout on Primary morningIt’s Municipal Primary Election Day in Manchester, although most of Manchester may not have gotten the memo.
Op/ED: Why Hillary Clinton for President?
read more…: Op/ED: Why Hillary Clinton for President?The primary is less than a month away and a woman whom I admire and who has done so much for our country is in the race for our nation’s top office. Secretary Clinton is a person I have known for years and have admired for her commitment to public service.
4 out of 5 candidates attend forum; Mayor holds simultaneous tele-town hall
read more…: 4 out of 5 candidates attend forum; Mayor holds simultaneous tele-town hall“The Mayor chose not to be here, and they did confirm with me,” said Mosley, who said the MEA would release a statement about the mayor’s absence sometime after the forum. “For now, we just want this to be a good experience for the other candidates.”
Hirschmann was flat-out wrong to oppose teachers’ contract
read more…: Hirschmann was flat-out wrong to oppose teachers’ contractAlderman Hirschmann’s opposition to the contract, like his failed tax cap-compliant budget, is based on false economies generated by ideology, not reality. Ward 12 voters should send him back to school to pursue a degree in economics or, failing that, a refresher course in basic math. Voting my friend Keith off the Board will give him the time needed to seek that remedial education.
School-focused mayoral forum set for Sept. 9
read more…: School-focused mayoral forum set for Sept. 9A forum is set for Sept. 9 at Memorial High School.