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The title specifically notes the GOP. I intentionally want to differentiate it from the WNC i.e. the “Weird New Cult”. Why should I, a Democrat, want to save the GOP? Because I want to save our American democracy which is predicated on an open,...

Being presidential is more than posturing. We hope that our president will carefully gather the facts and weigh the consequences before taking action. We hope that the president will make an honest effort to represent the diverse interests of the...

Kelly Ayotte promotes herself as “tough on crime,” yet she continues to support a convicted criminal for president. Donald Trump has been found guilty of financial fraud, tax fraud, sexual abuse, and defamation, yet Ayotte stands by her man. Trump has...

“Politics Make Strange Bedfellows” American Essayist Charles Dudley Warner (1829-1900). Former Republican Rep. Liz Cheney and her father, the former vice president, have endorsed the Harris/Walz ticket for president. Who’d have dreamed progressives...

Respecting political lawn signs As election season ramps up, our neighborhoods are once again dotted with political signs representing various candidates and causes. These signs are a visible expression of the diverse political beliefs that make our...

How do we reduce violence in America? Nowadays, it’s mostly young loners who are drawn to violence, like the young person who tried to assassinate Trump. “We have to begin early in life, and that means thinking of new ways,” according to Robert...

There were definitely a few takeaways from the Kamala Harris rally at Throwback Brewery in North Hampton. One was the positive atmosphere provided in part the great DJ, Chloe Cataldo, and an energizing playlist. The co-owner of the venue, Nicole...

Kelly Ayotte just doesn't get it. She believes that the government belongs in the room with a woman and her doctor. Nothing could be further from the truth! Of course, the truth never bothered Kelly that much.Jim MerrowPenacook

Stupid is as stupid does. A phrase that was coined by Tom Hanks by the character “Forest” is so true at least two times a year. I am referring to the federal budget deadline and the BS Congress puts the American people through each and every time....

I am 87, a vet, and fear that Project 2025’s plans for Medicare and Medicaid will decimate both popular and valuable programs. Project 2025 considers Medicare and Medicaid to be “runaway entitlements [by their definition, an evil in itself] that...

Gubernatorial candidate Kelly Ayotte poses against a rural backdrop fit for a Grant Wood painting to deliver a subtly nativist dog whistle to voters. While nativism favors the interests of established inhabitants over those of immigrants, she...

I got a nice glossy flier from Kelly Ayotte telling me that she would veto any change to NH’s abortion laws if elected governor. I see her assurance in the same light as Trump’s Supreme Court picks of Amy Comey Barrett, Neil Gorsuch and Brett...

This summer the clergy caucus of the Granite State Organizing Project met with all five of the candidates for governor. The clergy caucus is made up of faith leaders from all over New Hampshire. We believe that voices of faith have been...

As we all know, we have a primary election coming up with the general election to follow. My intent is not to endorse anyone but to implore you to do your research. Do you vote for the same candidate each time? Do you vote by name recognition? Do you...

The news outlets should stop bending over backwards to be fair to Donald Trump. They treat him like a normal candidate, not someone who has vowed to destroy the American democracy the way his dictator friends have done in their own countries.Every...

Americans recently celebrated Labor Day. It is a day dedicated to giving the American worker respect for having provided the blood, sweat and tears that built America. If you understand that, if you respect self discipline and sacrifice of those...

Policy, not who was here first, is what matters.Both Maggie Goodlander and Colin Van Ostern support continued military aid to Israel and would have attended Netanyahu’s Congressional address. I know because I asked them. To support a ceasefire after...

Keep the kids alive When I was out walking this evening, I happened to see a good friend. We talked briefly and as I was saying “Good-bye,” I added, “Stay safe.” My friend is not a police officer or a fireman. He works in a school. It is...

Child care crisisOn Sept. 4, when asked about ways to lower the cost of day care, JD Vance said: “One of the ways you might be able to relieve a little bit of pressure on people who are paying so much for day care is make it so that, maybe, grandma...

Kiper for governor I am writing to retract my previous endorsement of Cinde Warmington for governor. While initially confident in her potential to challenge likely Republican nominee Kelly Ayotte, recent developments have compelled me to...