The Democratic case in brief The argument starts with a moral contrast. New Hampshire is a wealthy state, yet its budgets allegedly underfund core needs such as housing, clean energy, public safety, and education. Four points drive the claim. Leaders say “no funds available,” which is presented as a choice rather than a constraint. High… Continue reading Insufficient and Unfair, or Just Misdiagnosed?
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It Takes a School to Bankrupt a Village
By Emily Sandblade Last March, I ran for a seat on the Claremont School Board and lost. Nowadays, I’m thrilled that I did. Besides the relief of not sitting on the business side of the table at school board meetings and facing a large crowd of upset and fearful people, I can now engage in… Continue reading It Takes a School to Bankrupt a Village
IN MEMORIAM: THE INTEREST AND DIVIDENDS TAX
IN MEMORIAM: THE INTEREST AND DIVIDENDS TAX House Republicans and Friends Across New Hampshire,In case you missed the funeral that we held this past week, allow me to continue to put a little more "fun" in "funeral" by offering an obituary for the Interest and Dividends tax.The Interest and Dividends tax, or as I call it,… Continue reading IN MEMORIAM: THE INTEREST AND DIVIDENDS TAX
Tax Day
MESSAGE FROM THE MAJORITY LEADER House Republicans and Friends Across New Hampshire,As yet another Tax Day has come and gone, I couldn't help but reflect on one of the legislature’s standout accomplishments over the past four years: the phase-out and eventual repeal of the Interest and Dividends Tax. Anyone who saves for retirement can celebrate that come… Continue reading Tax Day
The Sullivan County NH Republican Committee 