Civics
Senate kills cannabis legalization efforts
The bill, HB 639, would have established a legalized non-medical cannabis market in New Hampshire. READ MORE
NH Senate Report from Sen. Lou D’Allesandro
Civics
Solving the Opioid Crisis Requires That We All Work Together
We must start at the source of the problem and solve the need with a plan of action that gives us the results we desire. This effort requires an “all hands on deck” effort and the major players must be all in. READ MORE
Civics
‘It is what it is’: NH lawmakers reject casino bill along with millions in tax relief
The revenue from the gaming bill would help reduce property taxes, provide for a way to deal with problem gaming and give the state much needed revenue. The jobs created would be good for New Hampshire and the will of the public would be answered. READ MORE
Civics
Stronger civic education needed to preserve proud New Hampshire tradition
New Hampshire currently requires that students take a half-credit course in United States and New Hampshire government and civics. Our students are not learning the fundamentals and this poses great risk to our democracy. Senate Bill 45 will require a uniform framework for civics courses that includes the duties and responsibilities of citizenship, the constitutional basis of government, and local government affairs. READ MORE
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Helping students afford college the New Hampshire Way
As a graduate of the University of New Hampshire and a proud parent of a University graduate I was greatly impressed by the University announcing the Granite Guarantee Program. Regardless of where you come from, the ability to access and receive a high quality education is the key to success. My own career began in education, and it is an issue that is always near and dear to me. READ MORE
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Community Spirit alive and well in Manchester
Saturday in the park: Kids were all around dancing and having a good time in a safe environment and loving what they were doing. This is an example of what good things can happen in our community. READ MORE
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Thanks to Fidelity Investment volunteers for Parkside Middle School facelift
The men and women from Fidelity did a super job of becoming civically engaged by performing this public service. READ MORE
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Mourning George Naum: ´The world is a little darker with this ray of sunshine gone´
George and I first met in 1962 when I became the football coach at Bishop Bradley High School. He was one of the photographers at the Union Leader and his photos were the best. I would visit the paper and meet with the sports writers and George would always be around. READ MORE
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I urge the Governor and Councilors to re-affirm Jim Craig as Labor chief
Why no vote on Jim Craig to remain as the Commissioner of Labor? Jim has done an outstanding job and deserves another term. READ MORE
Civics
‘We can’t let bad behavior make chaos of our society’
What is happening to our nation? Last week we saw some horrific events in Minnesota, Louisiana and Texas. Our entire nation seems to be in a state of shock. In a nation that prides itself on the rule of law, why have we become so lawless? The law enforcement community that we depend on to protect us and serve the public good is under attack. READ MORE
