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One bright light has gone out: A tribute to PBS Newshour’s Mark Shields

Sunday, July 3, 2022 Sen. Lou D'Allesandro 0

Mark was more than a brilliant political commentator, he was a good friend. I think back fondly to our meetings over lunch in Washington, DC where we’d talk policy, debate, and enjoy swapping stories over our mutual love of American politics. Mark was one of those rare political whizzes who could disagree with you without being disagreeable. He was always ready to hear a counterpoint but was more than ready to counter you right back. READ MORE

More executive action? Yes, but be thoughtful about where

Wednesday, May 18, 2022 Sen. Lou D'Allesandro 0

While the administration is off to a good start, even the president’s most ardent supporters would admit there have been setbacks, like Congress’s failure to pass the Build Back Better agenda and voting rights legislation. READ MORE

NCAA Women’s Tournament: It’s time for equal access to facilities, equal attention to marketing and branding

Tuesday, April 6, 2021 Sen. Lou D'Allesandro 0

There is absolutely no reason that in 2021 the NCAA should be giving preferential treatment to one tournament over the other when both are played by dedicated athletes at the top of their game. READ MORE

We must regain our moral compass

Sunday, June 28, 2020 Sen. Lou D'Allesandro 0

Have we as a nation lost our moral compass? At a time when our lives should be better, they are not. When we should be looking to our leaders for direction, we find nothing. I have lived in the best of times and have benefitted from hard work and the opportunities given to me. My work as a public servant has made me feel that I am part of trying to make things better. But I see today that the opportunities I had as a young man are less abundant than they once were, and that those whom we once looked to for direction are not the pillars of leadership they once were either. READ MORE

Regaining our place as a world leader

Monday, February 24, 2020 Sen. Lou D'Allesandro 0

As the Democratic primary season goes on and the President raises havoc around the nation and the world, it is time we look back at the lessons of history. Our history offers us a picture of what we should be doing to regain the respect of the rest of the world. We have provided leadership to the free world and we now have a chance to regain that esteemed place. READ MORE

Why I Support Joe Biden

Sunday, January 26, 2020 Sen. Lou D'Allesandro 0

Perhaps most important, Joe Biden cares about people. You see it when he looks at you. You see it when he meets people. He is genuine. I’ve seen it in every campaign event or stop I’ve done with him in Manchester. It’s a quality that’s far too rare in politics, and one that we need in our elected officials. READ MORE

Presidential candidates should not threaten Americans’ retirement savings

Tuesday, January 7, 2020 Sen. Lou D'Allesandro 3

There’s a reason the FTT tax is often referred to as a “retirement tax.” It would put a levy on trades within the 401(k)s, 403(b)s, pension funds, and other accounts that seniors rely on. This would compromise their annual earnings and make it more difficult to cover basic living expenses. READ MORE

New Hampshire Scholars – A Pathway to Success

Tuesday, July 2, 2019 Sen. Lou D'Allesandro 0

As a state senator, New Hampshire’s education and workforce development are important to me. As a former educator, I know that a well-prepared graduate will become a successful adult and our job is to both prepare young people and encourage them to stay in New Hampshire to live, work and raise a family. READ MORE

Op/Ed: Why I support Bill Gardner

Sunday, November 25, 2018 Sen. Lou D'Allesandro 0

The First in the Nation Primary is here because Bill has worked tirelessly to keep it in our state. We vote in record numbers, we are noted for good and clean elections, and our Secretary has been cited year after year for his service. READ MORE

D’Allesandro: Why I’m running for State Senate

Monday, October 29, 2018 Sen. Lou D'Allesandro 0

On November 6th, the citizens of the 20th Senate District will be voting for their state senator. The people must look at the record and cast their ballot for the person whom they believe will best represent them. READ MORE