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“Nothing But Political Cowardice, No Matter Where You Look”

June 2, 2020May 29, 2020
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I have been continuously amused listening to the Boston AM radio talk jocks over the past few weeks (are you listening Howie Carr?). Banging their heads against their golden microphones seeking some sane rationalization for the continuing lockdowns in both MA and NH.

“That’s Big Government For You:” Racetrack Won’t Open After AG Threats

May 29, 2020May 28, 2020 Steve MacDonald

Under threat of the state’s attorney general, the Riverside Speedway in Northumberland will not open to the public this weekend, after having opened for business over Memorial Day. “[U]nfortunately, big government is going to win again,” Riverside Speedway said in a Facebook post. “[A]s a family, we have decided to sit this weekend, May 30, … Read more

So, What Does “Safe” Mean, Anyway?

June 10, 2020May 28, 2020 Burt Janz

We’ve heard a lot of talk about masks, social separation, constant washing of hands, etc. We’ve been told that these extra “protective measures” are needed “until it’s safe.”

Jan Schmidt, Benevolent Dictator

May 28, 2020May 28, 2020 Beth Scaer

I have been following Nashua Alderman, and NH State Rep, Jan Schmidt on social media and I’ve observed that she likes to portray herself as a benevolent dictator showing her love and concern for her subjects.

Nepotism in the City of Nashua

May 27, 2020 Laurie Ortolano

The City of Nashua has a little known and unenforced anti-nepotism policy. It exists, presumably, to keep spouses and relatives out of the same departments and to prevent family members from managing family members. A policy to prevent or eliminate favoritism, and essential to ensure fair employment practices.

Democrat Jan Schmidt is a Bigger Threat to You Than this Virus (And she’s not Alone)

October 10, 2020May 25, 2020 Steve MacDonald

I’m confident when I say, there must be an email that went out to Democrats quoting the State Constitution. Years ago. Use “this” to justify your creeping tyranny. Or, in the case of Alderman (and NH House Rep) Jan Schmidt, it may be the only part of the document she needs to know.

Nashua Anti-Mask Mandate Protest: Fewer Masks. More Hugs.

May 24, 2020 Beth Scaer

On short notice, about 50 people gathered in the plaza in front of Nashua City Hall to protest the ordinance passed 9-3 by the Nashua Board of Aldermen that requires masks to be worn in all businesses in the city to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

Democrats are More Likely to Snitch on Their Neighbors Than Republicans

May 24, 2020 Steve MacDonald

If you are looking for one of those water-is-wet, sky-is-blue comparisons, these survey results are for you. Rasmussen asked if you would report your neighbors for holding social gatherings in violation of coronavirus emergency orders.

St. Anselm prof: It’s Cruel to Stop Men from Competing in Women’s Sports

October 23, 2024May 24, 2020 Beth Scaer

St. Anselm College professor Loretta Brady submitted testimony in opposition to both HB1251, the NH House Save Women’s Sports bill, and SB480, the NH Senate Save Women’s Sports bill. Both bills aim to ban the participation of biological males in female-designated public school sports in New Hampshire.

Some Steps to Reduce Voter Fraud

May 23, 2020 Norm Silber

If we really want to have the voter registration laws in New Hampshire mean something as far as ballot integrity, this writer humbly suggests the following steps as solutions: Eliminate same-day registration. Cause the voter checklists to be “closed” a reasonable time before each election, say 30 days or 60 days, after which if you … Read more

Nashua Mask Edict: A Tyranny Imposed For The “Good” Of Its Victims

May 23, 2020 Kevin Scully

Recently, the CDC issued a mask recommendation. They’ve been wrong about many things regarding COVID so far, but I’ll credit them for continuing to try. I’ll take their advice under advisement.

Nashua’s Politicians are Using the Coronavirus to Advance their Own Political Agendas

May 23, 2020 Laurie Ortolano

Everyone knows that the COVID-19 pandemic has changed our lives, at least temporarily. This includes how we, the public, participate in local politics. With the pandemic-induced changes to how local politics works, I am a little concerned about the health of public participation during these unusual times.

Tales from the BudComm – Take down of “my bright idea but paid for by taxpayers”

May 23, 2020 Skip

This should be the last post in this series as my last official meeting was back in January at the Public Hearing for the School District Budget. Officially, I “retired” and did not run for re-election for a fourth term back in March.

Nashua Group Plans Protest over Mandatory Mask Ordinance in Nashua

May 23, 2020May 22, 2020 Steve MacDonald

The City of Nashua has issued an ordinance this week, requiring the wearing of masks in public places. The order, passed Thursday evening, requires masks to be worn when customers visit any business in Nashua. The Group Nashua Liberty has announced that it will hold a protest in response to the order.

Nashua Mask Mandate Passes with Fines up to $1,000

February 26, 2021May 22, 2020 Steve MacDonald

Mask-less shoppers in Nashua could face fines up to $1,000 for violating the city’s new mask mandate. The Board of Alderman voted to implement a new emergency ordinance on Thursday evening requiring all persons to wear a cloth face covering to enter any business, multi-unit residential complex or commercial building. Alderman Jan Schmidt, speaking with … Read more

Resistance Is Futile!

May 22, 2020May 22, 2020 Ken Eyring

With governments suspending Rights around the world (because “safety trumps everything”), it is disturbing to see this type of technology that could someday be used to enforce their tyranny. The description of a longer version of this video states: This video is a comedic parody and is not owned, endorsed, created by, or associated … Read more

Lawyers’ Professional Standards Group Promotes Gun Control Over Protecting Rights

May 22, 2020 Norm Silber

How many lawyers does it take to… stop me if you have heard that joke before? Sadly, what the American Bar Association (ABA) has done recently is no laughing matter. Apparently, currying political favor is more important to the ABA than fulfilling its core mission.

College Student Voting- a new decision

May 21, 2020 Norm Silber

The voter registration laws in New Hampshire are, and have been, at best, illogical, and contradictory at worst. Putting aside for the moment the idiocy of having same-day registration and “open” primaries in which voters not registered to a particular political party can obtain a ballot and vote in a primary of whatever political party … Read more

Poll Results: Who is Your Pick to Win the NH CD-2 Republican Primary?

May 21, 2020May 21, 2020 Steve MacDonald

We round out the big state races with the primary for Congressional District two. Three Republicans are vying for the opportunity to challenge longtime incumbent Democrat Ann McLane Kuster (who has questions about Trump’s Ukraine call but none about Bidens).

Is WMUR’s Jessica Moran trying to be wingman to NH Snitcher-in-Chief, Mindi Messmer?

May 21, 2020May 20, 2020 Skip

I previously wrote about Mindi Messmer who having failed in her run for US Congress is now trying catch a seat on the NH Executive Council. And in doing so, she has no problem in telling people to be Coronavirus Correct and reporting back to HER when people aren’t gloved and masked: