Hold the (cell) phone

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Most of it was pretty boilerplate Republicanism – lots of language about parental rights, sanctuary cities, a universal education voucher program, reducing government spending, and…banning cell phone use in classrooms? My response was immediate…

Manchester residents voice mixed views on Ayotte campaign ads featuring the Queen City

read more…: Manchester residents voice mixed views on Ayotte campaign ads featuring the Queen City

As the campaign to see who will become New Hampshire’s next governor comes to a close, New Hampshire’s largest city has become a focal point in the campaign, leading local leaders to have differing opinions on what that exactly means for the reputation of Manchester in the eyes of other Granite Staters.

The Soapbox: Why Kelly Ayotte has my vote

read more…: The Soapbox: Why Kelly Ayotte has my vote

We are fortunate to live in a state that seems to make a top ten list with each new survey that’s published. This is no coincidence. After 8 years of successes under Governor Chris Sununu, Kelly has pledged to continue to build upon this record of achievement and take New Hampshire to the next level. She has the background, the skills, and the ability to bring people together and do just that. 

Housing, taxes, rail among hot topics for Ayotte, Craig

read more…: Housing, taxes, rail among hot topics for Ayotte, Craig

As election day draws near, more people like Martin and Urban already know who they’re voting for on Nov. 5. Others remain undecided, which is why Craig, the former mayor of Manchester, and Ayotte, a former U.S. Senator, doubled down on policy points and lobbed attacks at each other on the debate stage at Saint Anselm College Thursday.

The Soapbox: Double standards in pay raise politics and why Ayotte’s critique of Craig rings hollow

read more…: The Soapbox: Double standards in pay raise politics and why Ayotte’s critique of Craig rings hollow

The charter revision was never adopted, but the city’s Board of Mayor and Alderman did subsequently approve a long-overdue salary bump for the person who captured the mayoralty in 2023, a bit of nuance the Ayotte campaign fails to note in its TV spot, thereby intentionally creating the false impression that Craig was feathering her own nest despite never receiving a raise as mayor.

Facing a potential 2025 budget shortfall, Craig, Kelly avoid specifics in debate

read more…: Facing a potential 2025 budget shortfall, Craig, Kelly avoid specifics in debate

Joyce Craig and Kelly Ayotte made many economic differences between them clear during a debate Tuesday. Ayotte, the Republican gubernatorial nominee, applauded the elimination of the interest and dividends tax next year, while Craig, the Democratic nominee, said the cut, passed by lawmakers, amounted to a tax cut for the wealthy. 

Letters: Worst campaign tagline ever!

read more…: Letters: Worst campaign tagline ever!

Kelly Ayotte’s tagline; ‘Don’t Mass up NH’ might be a cute play on words, but it could offend many potential voters. Since 2020, 44% of new residents moved here from MA and many work there. While NH has cheaper housing, it’s easier to afford a NH home with a MA salary. Is Ms. Ayotte running against the entire state of Massachusetts?!