2022 DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATES
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Maggie Hassan, US Senate
Voted “the most bipartisan Senator,” Sen. Hassan consistently works across the aisle to pass legislation that benefits veterans, small businesses, and working families. Her opponent is an anti-choice election denier who has called for defunding the FBI and repealing the 17th Amendment, which gave Americans the right to elect our own Senators. We need her back in the Senate to keep our majority and protect our rights.
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Chris Pappas, US House of Representatives
Manchester, NH, native and small business owner Chris Pappas understands the needs of Granite Staters. He is fighting for economic relief for NH families and children. He is a strong a protector of women’s reproductive freedom. Chris’ opponent is anti-choice and anti-clean energy. We need Chris in the US House to protect our Democratic Majority.
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Dr. Tom Sherman, NH Governor
As a doctor and 2-term State Senator, Tom has tackled some of the toughest issues facing NH voters. In leadership and as a member of 16+ commissions and committees, he has taken on the challenges of the mental health crisis, the opioid crisis, and environmental and drinking water contamination. He is committed to ensuring the health and safety of NH constituents while creating a strong business climate where all can thrive.
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Katherine Harake, Executive Council
Executive Council is the most powerful state office after Governor. Katherine’s background in business and finance gives her the expertise and judgement to carry out this critical role. Her opponent voted against extending the lease of the Seacoast Science Center in Rye and rejected $27M in Federal COVID-19 vaccine funding.
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Deb Altschiller, NH Senate
Deb believes that reproductive rights are fundamental human rights. She supports sensible gun legislation and is a fierce advocate for victims of crime. She has been recognized for her advocacy for domestic and sexual assault survivors. Her opponent is anti-choice and opposes state actions to address climate change.
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Jaci Grote, NH State Rep, D24
Jaci is running for re-election to a third term as State Rep to represent the new Greenland/Rye District #24. She co-sponsored legislation to better define prime wetland, prohibit corporal punishment of children in state agencies, and establish a NH housing and conservation planning program. She also supported legislation to promote affordable housing. [VOTE FOR ALL 3 STATE REP CANDIDATES]
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Dennis Malloy, NH State Rep, D24
Dennis is running for his fifth term in the NH House to represent the new Greenland/Rye District #24. Dennis co-sponsored and passed legislation to clean up the Coakley landfill, establish the Seacoast Cancer Cluster Commission, and to lower the PFOA/PFAS standards for our drinking water.
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Peggy Balboni, NH State Rep, D38
Peggy is running for the new State House Floterial District #38 serving Rye, Greenland, and North Hampton. As a teacher, long-serving Rye School Board member, and parent, Peggy knows that a quality education is the foundation for success and that public schools are the backbone of our community.
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Rich Clark, County Attorney
Rich’s priorities focus on ensuring ethical standards and transparency across the department; reducing and controlling county spending; lowering the cost of prosecuting cases; and reforming cannabis possession laws to be able to concentrate department resources on the prosecution of violent crimes.
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Kevin Coyle, County Sheriff
Kevin wants to bring integrity back to the County Sheriff’s office. He is a former County Commissioner with over 25 years’ experience in law enforcement. He vows to root out the ‘bad seeds’ of law enforcement, stop the militarization of the Sheriff’s office, and get back to the essential functions of the Sheriff’s job.
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Michael McCord, Register of Deeds
Michael McCord would bring the Register of Deeds office into the 21st century. With his leadership, technology-friendly customer service would be an everyday thing. Michael believes in good governance, accountability, and transparency. He is a decorated US Army veteran and an award-winning political and business journalist.
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Kate Coyle, County Commissioner, D1
We need incumbent Kate Coyle’s strong voice and compassionate perspective to oversee our County Government and facilities. She is the first Democrat and the first woman to serve as Commissioner. She is running for re-election to continue her advocacy for the underprivileged and for all who serve in county government.
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Sean McBride Lewis, Register of Probate
Sean is a music production professional with a deep commitment to civic and Democratic causes. He has served for over four years as Treasurer for the Rockingham Democratic Committee and serves on the Board of the NH Young Democrats as a member of the Finance Committee.
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Alexander Wahl, Treasurer
Alex has worked in political organizing and advocacy since high school, focusing on issues that concern young constituents within Rockingham County. Alex knows that we deserve the option to vote for a candidate who will focus on making smart investments that can save taxpayers money.