Based in Manchester, Colin Booth is Granite Post’s political correspondent. A Granite State native and veteran political professional with a deep background in journalism, he’s worked on campaigns and programs in battleground states across the country, ranging from New Hampshire, Texas, Pennsylvania and Washington D.C.
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Exclusive: End Citizens United and Let America Vote endorse Joyce Craig for New Hampshire governor
End Citizens United and Let America Vote (ECU // LAV), two leading national organizations fighting against the influence of big money in politics, have officially endorsed Joyce Craig in her bid to become the next governor of New Hampshire. “Joyce Craig is running for governor to put New Hampshire back on the side of working…
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Kelly Ayotte forced to apologize, pull misleading ad after attempt to exploit 2015 murder
Republican gubernatorial candidate Kelly Ayotte’s campaign was forced to retract a controversial attack ad Friday after it was revealed the ad inaccurately linked the tragic 2015 murder of Manchester resident Denise Robert to then-Mayor Joyce Craig. The ad, which falsely stated the crime occurred during Craig’s tenure (she became mayor two years later), sparked immediate…
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Explosive report on NH voucher program compliance failures leads to calls for transparency
New Hampshire Democratic leaders in the state House and Senate are sounding the alarm after a recent compliance review by the state’s Department of Education (NH DOE) uncovered significant issues within the Education Freedom Account (EFA) program, the Republican branding for the state’s school voucher program. The compliance review, conducted in 2023 but not released…
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Energized by convention, united NH Democrats eager to elect Harris in November
New Hampshire Democrats emerged energized and united after the Democratic National Convention, vowing to elect Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz in New Hampshire in November. At a press conference Monday, members of the state’s DNC delegation led by Senator Maggie Hassan highlighted the historically diverse nature of their representation, which included 11…
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VIDEO: Harris Nomination Undemocratic⁉️
Republicans who pass laws restricting voting rights with reckless abandon love to whine about Democracy when it suits them politically. We break down their latest gripes with former NH Dems Chair Kathy Sullivan. @granitepost Republicans who pass laws restricting voting rights with reckless abandon love to whine about Democracy when it suits them politically. We…
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#NHPolitics Ins and Outs — August 25, 2024
Another week of #NHPolitics Ins and Outs, taking you on a tour of the ins and outs of the ever-changing world of New Hampshire Politics, keeping score of the winners and losers week-by-week — and letting you know who’s in and who’s out. Let’s get into it. Who’s In? NH Dems Stay Large and In…
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EXCLUSIVE: Veteran members of Congress endorse Maggie Goodlander for US House
Maggie Goodlander has secured the endorsement of three veteran members of Congress, her campaign announced today, adding to a growing list of in-state veterans and veteran groups that have backed the Goodlander campaign. Representatives Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) and Seth Moulton (D-MA), both Marine Corps veterans, along with Representative Jason Crow (D-CO), an Army veteran, have…
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VIDEO: Proud To Vote For a BIPOC President!
NH Representative Ben Ming believes representation matters! Being the first Asian-American to hold office in New Hampshire is a great accomplishment but has also given him a great sense of responsibility. Rep. Ming is taking his responsibility further as he is runs for re-election within the state but this time for the NH State Senate.…
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Granite Staters rally in Laconia to slam Trump and Project 2025’s plan to repeal benefits for seniors
“If I didn’t have Medicare, I would likely be out on the street or maybe living in an abandoned refrigerator box,” was how Lynn Thomas, Belknap County Democrats Co-Chair, described how she felt after receiving a quadruple bypass surgery and seeing the bill that followed. Last week, Granite Staters gathered in Laconia to commemorate the…
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#NHPolitics Ins and Outs — August 18, 2024
Another week of #NHPolitics Ins and Outs, taking you on a tour of the ins and outs of the ever-changing world of New Hampshire Politics, keeping score of the winners and losers week-by-week — and letting you know who’s in and who’s out. Let’s get into it. Who’s In? CD 2 Race Heats Up (for…
