Terese Bastarache

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BASTARCHE: The Reluctant Shoppers – NHGOP, and Customer Sales (aka; Voter Turnout)

In the bustling marketplace of New Hampshire politics, the Republican Party (NHGOP) often resembles a frustrated store owner, pacing behind the counter, watching potential customers browse the shelves with skepticism. These customers, the grassroots voters, everyday conservatives driven by principles of limited government, fiscal responsibility, and transparency, aren’t just window shopping. They’re searching for something … Read more

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OPINION: The Elephant in the Room That Could Destroy NH Midterms

In the Granite State, where political independence runs as deep as the White Mountains, a simmering divide threatens to fracture the Republican coalition just as the 2026 midterms loom on the horizon. On one side stands the New Hampshire GOP (NHGOP) establishment, polished, pragmatic, and focused on electability. On the other, a burgeoning grassroots movement, … Read more

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OPINION: WE the People NH Endorsement of Scott Brown…

Grassroots Thunder vs. Establishment Drizzle Boom! Right on the money again. As New Hampshire’s premier grassroots conservative powerhouse, WE the People NH’s (WTPNH) endorsement of Scott Brown isn’t just a flex; it’s a seismic rejection of the insider narrative being peddled by the Sununu machine and their D.C. allies. That “narrative” drop from the establishment’s … Read more

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Opinion: The Queen of Burning Bridges

Recently, I’ve been reflecting on the Free State Project (FSP) and its leadership, and it’s opened my eyes to some troubling shifts. After this past legislative eye-opening session, I’ve grown increasingly concerned about the direction certain libertarian factions are taking. In a candid X post, I shared, “I’m increasingly concerned with FSP leadership (emphasis on leadership) … Read more

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