Based in Manchester, Colin Booth is Granite Post’s political correspondent. A Granite State native and veteran political professional with a deep background in journalism, he’s worked on campaigns and programs in battleground states across the country, ranging from New Hampshire, Texas, Pennsylvania and Washington D.C.
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Explosive report on NH voucher program compliance failures leads to calls for transparency
New Hampshire Democratic leaders in the state House and Senate are sounding the alarm after a recent compliance review by the state’s Department of Education (NH DOE) uncovered significant issues within the Education Freedom Account (EFA) program, the Republican branding for the state’s school voucher program. The compliance review, conducted in 2023 but not released…
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Energized by convention, united NH Democrats eager to elect Harris in November
New Hampshire Democrats emerged energized and united after the Democratic National Convention, vowing to elect Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz in New Hampshire in November. At a press conference Monday, members of the state’s DNC delegation led by Senator Maggie Hassan highlighted the historically diverse nature of their representation, which included 11…
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VIDEO: Harris Nomination Undemocratic⁉️
Republicans who pass laws restricting voting rights with reckless abandon love to whine about Democracy when it suits them politically. We break down their latest gripes with former NH Dems Chair Kathy Sullivan. @granitepost Republicans who pass laws restricting voting rights with reckless abandon love to whine about Democracy when it suits them politically. We…
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#NHPolitics Ins and Outs — August 25, 2024
Another week of #NHPolitics Ins and Outs, taking you on a tour of the ins and outs of the ever-changing world of New Hampshire Politics, keeping score of the winners and losers week-by-week — and letting you know who’s in and who’s out. Let’s get into it. Who’s In? NH Dems Stay Large and In…
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EXCLUSIVE: Veteran members of Congress endorse Maggie Goodlander for US House
Maggie Goodlander has secured the endorsement of three veteran members of Congress, her campaign announced today, adding to a growing list of in-state veterans and veteran groups that have backed the Goodlander campaign. Representatives Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) and Seth Moulton (D-MA), both Marine Corps veterans, along with Representative Jason Crow (D-CO), an Army veteran, have…
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VIDEO: Proud To Vote For a BIPOC President!
NH Representative Ben Ming believes representation matters! Being the first Asian-American to hold office in New Hampshire is a great accomplishment but has also given him a great sense of responsibility. Rep. Ming is taking his responsibility further as he is runs for re-election within the state but this time for the NH State Senate.…
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Granite Staters rally in Laconia to slam Trump and Project 2025’s plan to repeal benefits for seniors
“If I didn’t have Medicare, I would likely be out on the street or maybe living in an abandoned refrigerator box,” was how Lynn Thomas, Belknap County Democrats Co-Chair, described how she felt after receiving a quadruple bypass surgery and seeing the bill that followed. Last week, Granite Staters gathered in Laconia to commemorate the…
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#NHPolitics Ins and Outs — August 18, 2024
Another week of #NHPolitics Ins and Outs, taking you on a tour of the ins and outs of the ever-changing world of New Hampshire Politics, keeping score of the winners and losers week-by-week — and letting you know who’s in and who’s out. Let’s get into it. Who’s In? CD 2 Race Heats Up (for…
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VIDEO: Meet Cinde Warmington, Democratic candidate for NH Governor
WATCH: Cinde Warmington is running on the Democratic tick for New Hampshire governor to protect women’s rights, improve public education, and address other issues. The primary election is Sept. 10. @granitepost WATCH: Cinde Warmington is running on the Democratic tick for New Hampshire governor to protect women’s rights, improve public education, and address other issues.…
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Bipartisan anger over report detailing Kelly Ayotte’s role in creating housing crisis
Reactions have come fast and furious from both sides of the aisle following the release of a bombshell report by the New Hampshire Union Leader this week that detailed how Republican gubernatorial candidate Kelly Ayotte pocketed millions of dollars from private equity firm Blackstone — the largest corporate landlord in the United States. Blackstone’s business…
