Following the departure of Schonna Green from Manchester in 2022, six people applied to take over what would become the position of Director of Homeless Initiatives and later the Director of Housing Stability. Manchester Fire Department Chief Ryan Cashin said Adrienne Beloin was “far and away the number-one pick.” READ MORE
As someone who was homeless myself – three years ago – I have a unique understanding of the homelessness crisis that our Board of Mayor and Aldermen don’t have. Since I worked remotely before moving up to New Hampshire in February 2016, I was able to continue working while I stayed at the New Horizons shelter at 199 Manchester Street. READ MORE
When it comes to Adrienne Beloin I can honestly say that there is almost nobody whom I have ever more deeply and consistently respected for their knowledge, and for their tremendous work on our local homelessness crisis. READ MORE
On Friday the New Hampshire State Senate voted on party lines to advance two pieces of hostile legislation specifically targeting the rights of transgender people to live their lives on the same terms as other Granite Staters: SB 341 and SB 375. SB 341 was passed 13-10, with Senator Denise Ricciardi absent and arriving after the vote. SB 375 was voted Ought to Pass with Amendment 14-10. READ MORE
“Lives are at stake.” This simple sentiment suddenly brought me back to 2008 and the aftermath of my then 19-year-old and not-yet-out-to-me non-binary child’s suicide attempt. My world shattered. I found myself sobbing in my car – and living in near-constant fear that they would make another attempt. READ MORE
Proponents of this bill want you to believe it is about contracts. That is far from the truth. This is about human beings who have a right to security and the ability to envision their futures without having to worry that they will have to start over again and again because they ask for a reasonable accommodation, have children with support needs, or acquire a disability. READ MORE
At a recent Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce event on March 11, Chris Sununu responded to a question from an audience member asking how New Hampshire can provide a safe environment for the LGBTQ+ community. He replied that we’re doing well on LGBTQ+ inclusion and followed up by saying, “I tend not to focus on that stuff. Government isn’t here to solve it.” He later commented that he isn’t for discrimination. Maybe he should act like it. READ MORE
That endgame is to prevent all trans people from receiving healthcare, persecute them for wanting to exist in a body that’s comfortable for them, and force them back into the closet where anti-transgender politicians think we belong. READ MORE
In 2024, New Hampshire voters have at least five choices for their next governor. My choice is Jon Kiper. READ MORE
O P I N I O N THE SOAPBOX Stand up. Speak up. It’s your turn. While King’s leadership was instrumental in advancing civil rights, it is essential to acknowledge the gender disparities within his, READ MORE
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