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Zoning is an institution often misunderstood by many, myself included, so let’s delve into a 22-page treatise written by the founder of the Free State Project. To use Ray Guarino’s favorite word, ACRIMONIOUS, as many recent discussions, both online and in person, have been just that, so it’s important to say that I mean zero … Read more
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week and Granite Staters are again being subjected to the claim that teachers here earn less than they should because legislators are stingy. Given current market conditions, average teacher pay in New Hampshire is lower than it should be to recruit the best candidates. But the state’s contribution isn’t the reason. The … Read more
If asked about some issue, “Should the Towns decide or should the State decide?” many people would answer that the Towns should decide. But for many issues that is the wrong question. The right question is “Should the Towns decide or should individuals decide for themselves?” Should Towns decide what firearms you might possess? NO! … Read more
A recent post on the “What’s Happening Hartford” Facebook page asked town members if their new property appraisals increased and by how much. As the answers came in the numbers were staggering as were many of the complaints. The original poster (OP) stated their property assessed value increase by $10,000 which led to a slew … Read more
There are few more enthusiastic boosters for all the great things about New Hampshire than me. I share the data, polls, research, results, and whatever the mighty beast of the internet coughs up. I moved here from someplace else 35 years ago and have been a superfan ever since. As a superfan, I have also … Read more
On May 6, 2025, Jenny O’Higgins, and her colleague at the Department of Health and Human Services, testified at a public hearing on HB446. Their testimony can be accessed here at 2:35:00. As you will hear at the beginning of their testimony, Ms. O’Higgins stated that she was there on behalf of DHHS to oppose HB446. You can … Read more
Mark Twain’s famous satire “A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court” chronicles the fictitious time travel of an engineer named Hank Morgan from East Hartford, Connecticut. After being struck in the head with a crowbar, he awakens in sixth-century England and works his way into King Arthur’s favor by use of his modern knowledge. I … Read more
Join us for a look at another week in Vermont politics. Speakers’ opinions are their own and may not represent those of Grok Media, LLC, GraniteGrok.com, its sponsors, readers, authors, or advertisers. Please like, follow, or subscribe to The ‘Grok on Rumble and YouTube for early access to new episodes of GrokTALK!, Right Side Up, and Replays of Granite … Read more
Cassandra Sanchez and Lissa Mascio from the NH Office of the Child Advocate testified in opposition to HB10, a parental bill of rights, in the Senate Education Committee on April 1. They said some things I am seriously troubled by that I’m afraid weren’t noticed by the senators on the committee. Here is an excerpt … Read more
Vermont’s population declined by 0.03 percent between 2023 and 2024. That’s 215 fewer people. About the same number of homeless people that were reported added in New Hampshire in the same period – an anecdotal observation with no connection, but a reader saw the decline on the Vermont side and wondered if it might be … Read more
Scott Jaquith is Director of School Counseling at Alvirne High School in the small, conservative town of Hudson, New Hampshire. He is also a long-time member of the Nashua Library Board of Trustees. I saw him in April at the anti-Trump “Hands Off!” rally in downtown Nashua, waving a Pride Progress Flag. The Pride Progress … Read more
You’re PARTISAN and YOU DON’T NEED OUR MONEY! NH Journal’s Managing Editor, Michael Graham, gives his opinion on New Hampshire Public Radio (NHPR)’s Jim Schachter and New Hampshire PBS’s Peter Frid’s response to President Donald Trump’s efforts to defund NPR and PBS. Speakers’ opinions are their own and may not represent those of Grok Media, … Read more
Concord, NH — On Saturday, June 7th at 12:00 PM, New Hampshire Family Justice, a non-partisan and non-profit organization, will hold a public rally at the New Hampshire State Capitol. This event seeks to bring urgent attention to the injustices and systemic failures by the state in its handling of systems impacting children and families, and to unite … Read more
The latest clash between climate ideology and reality – the requirement in the Global Warming Solutions Act (2020) that Vermont adopt California’s Clean Cars and Clean Trucks standards – is coming to a head. So far reality has been racking up the victories with the Clean Heat Standard for home heating now lying “dormant” as … Read more
For those of you who thought a Donald Trump presidency brought with it the relief from the left’s hyper-sexualizing of children agenda think again. This past week the Hartland Public Library held a Drag Queen Story Hour with Vermont’s infamous duo Katniss Everqueer and Emoji Nightmare. Also openly grooming children is the Rainbow club of … Read more
A complaint was recently filed with Nashua’s Ethics Review Committee (ERC) accusing Mayor Jim Donchess of unethical conduct. At issue: his decision to use taxpayer funds to cover legal fees for Alderman Melbourne Moran, who was sued for defamation over statements a court later ruled were made in a personal—not official—capacity. Rather than question the … Read more
If you watch enough hours of the Senate, it’s routine to hear Queen Sharon say, “Senator So and So is recognized for…” You can fill in the blank with a comment, a question, a parliamentary inquiry, and a few other things. Both sides of the aisle have talkers. I call them motormouths when it’s Watters, … Read more
(Manch Talk 05/07/25) This week, lots of “firsts’ for the Free State! First Bitcoin Reserve Fund in America was signed by Governor Ayotte this week, plus, NH Supreme Court landmark Article 2b case, a breakdown of the zoning issue, and more! Speakers’ opinions are their own and may not represent those of Grok Media, LLC, … Read more
Dear conservative friends, I’m excited to share details about an upcoming event hosted by the Lakes Region Club of the NH Federated Republican Women, where I’m actively involved. On Saturday, May 17th, we’re holding our Leadership Luncheon at the Belknap Mill Museum in Laconia, featuring a powerful presentation by two members of the New Hampshire Human Trafficking Collaborative … Read more
Let’s first briefly mention the Underwood book, Stop Lying About ESAs, after which I named this article. I encourage everyone to read it, not only because of the controversy and misunderstandings involved regarding EFAs, but also because the polarization and vitriol present among everyone who’s not a Democrat are very similar. One institution controversy (EFAs) … Read more