Elections
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McConkey, Marsh have opposing visions for education, marijuana legalization, and housing in NH Senate District 3 race
New Hampshire state senators play a role in shaping the state’s laws and policies while representing the interests of their constituents. The state has 24 senators, each of whom serve two-year terms without term limits. They draft bills, vote on laws, and serve on various committees, focusing on areas like education, health, and finance. They…
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Who does what? A guide to county officials’ responsibilities in New Hampshire
In New Hampshire, county-level elected officials have specific responsibilities, and their salaries vary depending on the county’s budget and size. Here’s a breakdown of each role.
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Talbot and Rochefort clash on education, marijuana, and reproductive rights in Senate race
Democrat Rusty Talbot is facing off against Republican David Rochefort for a district one Senate seat, which represents northern New Hampshire, including the Great North Woods region bordering Canada in Coos and Grafton counties. The seat is open as Republican Carrie Gendreau decided not to run for reelection.
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New Hampshire to vote on raising judicial retirement age
Voters will be asked whether New Hampshire should increase the retirement age for judges from 70 to 75. To pass, this measure will require a two-thirds majority.
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Pappas and Shaheen sound alarm on reproductive rights, while Prescott attempts to reframe record
Congressman Chris Pappas joined US Senator Jeanne Shaheen and Granite State women and advocates in Exeter this week for a roundtable discussion on the critical stakes of this year’s election for reproductive rights. Pappas highlighted the personal stakes of this election for New Hampshire voters, pointing to national proposals that threaten to curtail reproductive freedoms…
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John Stephen under fire in Executive Council race amid youth detention center abuse fallout
Republican candidate for Executive Council in District 4 John Stephen has put his record of fiscal responsibility while serving as New Hampshire Commissioner of Health and Human Services from 2003 through 2007 at the center of his campaign for Executive Council this year. “As Commissioner of HHS, the department of Health and Human Services, you…
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Military veterans in NH rally behind Harris, denounce Donald Trump and Kelly Ayotte
Making the case that their military codes of honor, service, and conduct was guiding their actions, a group of New Hampshire military veterans gathered in Portsmouth this week to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for president. They also provided an urgent warning of the dangers posed by former President Donald Trump’s openly stated threats to…
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#NHPolitics Ins and Outs — October 20, 2024
Not just another week of #NHPolitics Ins and Outs, this one was totally off the rails. Let’s get into it. Who’s In? Federal Delegation Hits The Ground — Senators Jeanne Shaheen and Maggie Hassan spent much of the week stumping for Democratic candidate for Governor Joyce Craig and down ballot Democrats this week, launching canvasses…
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How New Hampshire makes voting accessible for those with disabilities
Did you know that New Hampshire mandates all polling places to be accessible for those with disabilities?
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Election officials vs. election observers vs. election campaigners: What’s the difference?
Election officials, observers, and campaigners have very specific jobs throughout the election process. Here’s what you need to know about each.
