by Stephen Scaer |
The NH Log Cabin Republicans want the state GOP to join them in playing Jenga with civilization by removing the marriage plank from its platform. Bad idea.
Op-Ed
Don’t throw cold water on state’s hot economy
by Greg Moore | In the South, you often hear the phrase, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” It’s too bad that idiom hasn’t become more popular in New Hampshire, because our state Legislature seems intent on breaking our vibrant, robust economy and instead throwing the car that’s going 100 mph in reverse. Five … Read more
“A True NH Budget”
by NH GOP | NHGOP Chairman Stephen Stepanek released the following statement regarding the ad: “New Hampshire Democrats proposed a budget that raised taxes, included bloated spending, and contained a massive structural deficit of over $100 million. Democrats are fighting for a budget that destroys the New Hampshire Advantage while Governor Chris Sununu continues to … Read more
Parents and families are key to educational success
by Frank Edelblut – Commissioner, New Hampshire Department of Education |
ALL OF THE education research tells us that when parents and families are active participants in a student’s education, the attainment and outcomes are better.
NH rousing economy – NH GOP Chair Steve Stepanek
Concord, NH – NHGOP Chairman Stephen Stepanek released the following statement regarding second quarter tax filings made by New Hampshire Employers: “Today is a good day for New Hampshire employers – thanks to Governor Sununu protecting the New Hampshire economy when he vetoed the disastrous Democrat budget. Granite State employers submitting their quarterly tax payments … Read more
Let Them Be Born That Way
by Beth Scaer |
As promised in my recent GraniteGrok op-ed we held a successful pro-life rally outside “Pride Night” for the New Hampshire Fisher Cats on July 5 in Manchester.
Marriage and Poverty: The Most Vital Sign
by Stephen Scaer |
In Mark Hayward’s July 7 Union Leader article, “Manchester gets a checkup. Public health director reports on city’s vital signs,” misses the most crucial ‘vital sign.’ What percent of Manchester children are born in wedlock and are being raised by their biological mothers and fathers?
Governor Sununu Protects Taxpayers By Vetoing State Budget
by Grover Norquist | Democrat Budget Would Have Raised Taxes on Businesses and Vapers. New Hampshire has long been thought of as a low tax state, governed frugally and therefore a strong competitor among the 50 states to attract job-creating investment, talent, and young families. Over time, “what everyone knows” can cease to be quite … Read more
Should the Police Prevent Abuse, Neglect, or Exploitation of the Elderly?
by Evan F. Nappen, Attorney at Law |
Should the police prevent abuse, neglect, or exploitation of the elderly? HB 696 is a bill designed to do just that. But should gun owners panic? Here is what HB 696 actually says, with no hype, no hyperbole, and no “sky is falling” drama.
“House Dems compromised with Senate Dems, no GOP involved”
by NH State Rep. Mike Sylvia | The letters section of The Laconia Daily Sun on Wednesday was visited by one of Vladimir Lenin’s disciples. She contributes to the principle of “A lie told often enough becomes the truth.” Not wanting to waste her one letter for the week she slides in two pieces of … Read more
You cannot grow wages through more government spending
by Rep. Dave Testerman (Hill & Franklin) | With the N.H. legislative session over for the summer, I am taking time to write on current issues. The Legislature left a large conundrum on the table when it passed an irresponsible budget that the governor had to veto. Hopefully, we will be able to come to … Read more
Act for America: Hear Brigitte Gabriel Speak in Nashua!
BY ACT FOR AMERICA Come hear NYT Best Selling Author and Founder and Chairman of ACT for America, Brigitte Gabriel, as she throws political correctness out the window in a no holds barred speech on illegal immigration, the left’s culture war, and radical Islamic terror. There will be a book signing and photo opportunities after … Read more
New Hampshire Fisher Cats Team up with Abortion Facility
by Beth Scaer |
For the second year, the New Hampshire Fisher Cats have teamed up with the Equality Health Center for Pride Night. This is an unfortunate choice of organization for the Fisher Cats to support because, according to their website, the Equality Health Center performs abortions through 15.6 weeks of pregnancy, which is more than three weeks into the second trimester.
“Five secrets of the Legislature’s 2020-21 state budget “
By Drew Cline State budgets are like the Grinch’s Santa sack. They’re huge, unwieldy, and overstuffed with giveaways and surprises. Their contents are a mystery to anyone who doesn’t have hours to crawl inside and unwrap every little package, which is pretty much every normal person. We’re not normal (we like reading budgets), so we’ve done … Read more
House Republican Leader Reacts to Democrats Minimum Wage Hike
Concord, NH- House Republican Leader Dick Hinch (R-Merrimack) issued a statement following the House vote of 207-143 to pass the committee of conference report for SB10, relative to the state minimum hourly rate.
Learn Everywhere is latest step in redesigning NH education
by Fred Bramante (former chairman of the State Board of Education) | The State Board of Education recently approved rules implementing the Learn Everywhere program proposed by Education Commissioner Frank Edelblut and created by the Legislature last year. These rules are scheduled for a vote on final approval by the Joint Legislative Committee on Administrative … Read more
Children’s Well-Being is at Stake
by Beth Scaer |
For the second year, the Nashua Pride Festival is featuring a so-called family-friendly drag show in a downtown public park and encouraging all ages to attend.
Victoria Sullivan: “Breaking Manchester’s tax cap ignores plight of homeowners”
THE MANCHESTER taxpayers who turned out at the polls on Nov. 3, 2009, were rightfully frustrated and tired of consistent spending increases and tax hikes at City Hall. On that day, they spoke loud and clear. With the power of the ballot box, they sent a message that they were tired of government taking more … Read more
You Don’t Want What Socialism Promises
by Joseph Mendola | As I drive to work each day, I sometimes see bumper stickers that say “Feel the Bern” – and then I wonder what people think about the consequences of socialism. Socialism is a system of economic policy that says that government is a better allocator of a nation’s resources than the … Read more
“Tax Relief Continues to Fuel Economy”
NEWS RELEASE | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 18, 2019 CONTACT: Greg Moore, GMoore@afphq.org Tax Relief Continues to Fuel Economy Unemployment data shows 610 more NH residents working CONCORD, NH – Following today’s release of another strong employment report showing 610 more New Hampshire residents working and the state’s workforce adding 890 individuals, both of which … Read more