SUPER PAC ALERT: Shea-Porter's Hypocrisy Proves She's Only Looking Out For Herself

    SHOT: Shea-Porter on 1/26: “Super PACs and their very wealthy donors are drowning out the voices of the small-dollar donors. . . . Is there anything we can do to stop it in the general election this year?”   CHASER: Shea-Porter Lands Backing of Major “Liberal Super-PAC” Will Shea-Porter Denounce Super PAC? Concord, NH – Former Congresswoman Carol Shea-Porter has added a new layer to her financial hypocrisy.  After breaking a...

NHGOP Comments on Iowa GOP Chairman's Resignation Announcement

 Concord, NH -- Following news that Iowa Republican Party Chairman Matt Strawn is resigning, N.H. Republican State Committee Chairman Wayne MacDonald, RNC National Committeeman Steve Duprey and RNC National Committeewoman Phyllis Woods released the comments below:   “I was disappointed to learn of Chairman Strawn’s decision. He’s compiled historic achievements and electoral successes for Iowa and the Republican Party. I’m thankful to him for his service and...

NHGOP Chairman MacDonald Responds To Biden Visit

Concord, NH -- New Hampshire Republican State Committee Chairman Wayne MacDonald released the following statement in response to Vice President Biden’s campaign trip to Rochester, New Hampshire:   “We’re excited to have Vice President Biden here today because each time he or the President travels here for a campaign speech, voters are reminded of their failed economic policies and broken promises.  Today’s event is another sad reminder that the Obama...

NHGOP RESPONSE TO WHAT VOTERS HOPE IS OBAMA'S LAST SOTU ADDRESS

 Concord, NH -- New Hampshire Republican State Committee Chairman Wayne MacDonald released the following statement in response to what could be President Barack Obama's last State of the Union address:   "Tonight, New Hampshire voters heard another lofty speech filled with promises to boost job creation and rebuild our economy, but this is the same empty rhetoric they've heard year after year.  President Obama simply doesn't realize that his commitment falls short because...

NHGOP CHAIRMAN MACDONALD COMMENTS ON COUNCILOR WIECZOREK"S DECISION NOT TO SEEK RE-ELECTION

Concord, NH – New Hampshire Republican State Committee Chairman Wayne MacDonald released the statement below following news reports that Executive Councilor Ray Wieczorek will not seek re-election:   “Councilor Wieczorek has been a tireless advocate for the Greater Manchester area throughout his career, and the entire state owes him a debt of gratitude.  He’s improved the quality of life for so many with his leadership and helped foster economic growth across...

NHGOP CHAIRMAN MACDONALD THANKS PHYLLIS WOODS FOR SERVICE, COMMITMENT

 Concord, NH –Republican State Committee Chairman Wayne MacDonald released the following statement after Phyllis Woods’ decision not to run for re-election to the position of National Committeewoman for New Hampshire:   “On behalf of the entire New Hampshire Republican State Committee, I want to thank Phyllis for her service to our Party.  She has been one of the most hardworking, principled and dedicated leaders that I’ve ever served with.  As...

NHGOP ADOPTS RESOLUTION STRONGLY SUPPORTING VOTER ID IN NH

Concord, NH – At its Executive Committee meeting last night, the New Hampshire Republican State Committee adopted a resolution stating the NHGOP’s “strong opposition to continued efforts by Democrat legislators and the Governor to defeat legislation requiring voters to present photo identification in order to register and vote in New Hampshire.”  More than thirty states already have identification requirements on the books, including Democrat-controlled states...

NHGOP Commemorates Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

  Concord, NH -- New Hampshire Republican State Committee Chairman Wayne MacDonald released the following statement in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: “As we honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., today, we should remember his message of leadership and service. His legacy of encouraging everyone to respect and honor one another is a mission that must never be forgotten. Today, as we reflect on all of Dr. King’s accomplishments and remember to incorporate his work into our...

CHAIRMAN MACDONALD: VOTER FRAUD REPORTS UNDERSCORE NEED FOR VOTER ID LAW

 Concord, NH -- New Hampshire Republican State Committee Chairman Wayne MacDonald released the following statement on reports of voter fraud during the presidential primary on Tuesday:   “Anyone involved in voter fraud should be punished to the fullest extent of the law.  This underscores the serious need for a voter identification law in New Hampshire that protects the sanctity and ensures the integrity of our elections.  We must do all that we can to stamp out...

Councilor Patten"s Actions Warrant Serious Review

 An “Agitated” Patten Contacted Police to “Fix” Ticket, Threatens to Go Around Officer & Call His Boss   Concord, NH – As reported by the Concord Monitor this week, City Councilor Dick Patten’s actions to try and “fix” a traffic violation raise serious questions about integrity and should receive an immediate review by his supervisors.  Patten, who also serves as a Democrat State Representative, “called Officer...

Chairman MacDonald Congratulates GOP Candidates on a Successful Primary

Concord, NH -- New Hampshire Republican State Committee Chairman Wayne MacDonald released the following statement congratulating all of the GOP presidential candidates for a successful First-in-the-Nation Primary.   "I would like to congratulate all of the Republican presidential candidates for a successful First-in-the-Nation New Hampshire Primary.  Our tradition of vetting nominees for the highest office in the land rewards those who focus on retail politics and grassroots...

Balancing Our Budget Must Be A Priority

For the last several months, there has been a lot of discussion in Washington, D.C., and on the presidential campaign trail about our national debt and deficits.  In almost every speech in Congress and at town hall meetings, our national leaders talk about reigning in spending and lowering our debt. Republican presidential candidates understand the fiscal crisis facing our nation and are offering real solutions to balance the budget, while President Obama and Congressional Democrats are...

NH Union Leader: The State Budget: Political Achievement of the Year

Today's editorial in the New Hampshire Union Leader, "The State Budget: Political Achievement of the Year," is one not to miss.  The UL writes: "Over the protests of Democrats, labor unions and some recipients of state funding, House and Senate budget writers stuck to their plans.  They wound up with a budget that cut state spending in real terms by more than ten percent and also cut taxes." Included below is comment from New Hampshire...

Dem Attacks Ignore Facts on GOP Accomplishments

 In Case You Missed It:  We want to share with you today’s editorial in the New Hampshire Union Leader, which points out that the Republican-led state legislature is fighting for a “job-creating agenda.”  As the UL continues, “legislators balanced the budget while cutting spending, taxes and regulations.”  Included below is comment from New Hampshire Republican State Committee Chairman Wayne MacDonald, followed by the full piece in...

NH GOP Chairman MacDonald Statement on the Passing of State Rep. Cox

Concord, NH -- New Hampshire Republican State Committee Chairman Wayne MacDonald released the following statement on Rep. Sean Cox (R-Andover): "I was saddened to learn of the passing of Representative Sean Cox. He was a tireless advocate for his constituents and fought to advance the Republican principles of limited government, low taxes and fiscal responsibility. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time." ###...

URGENT MESSAGE: We need your support!

    A Message from Chairman Wayne MacDonald The NH GOP needs your support! We have three weeks to go before our campaign filing, and we want to show that we have a strong, energized and growing Republican Party here in New Hampshire. Can I count on your support of $500, $100 or $50 today? At the State Party in Concord, we’re working hard to ensure that we not only deliver our state for the presidential and gubernatorial nominees, but that we also maintain our...

Latest Campaign Stump Offers More of the Same: Spending & Debt

Instead The White House Should Send An Explanation To N.H. Seniors Facing Medicare Cuts   Concord, NH -- New Hampshire Republican State Committee Chairman Wayne MacDonald released the following statement in advance of the latest campaign stump pushed by the White House.  Today, Cory Booker, the Mayor of Newark, New Jersey, will be in the state to try and sell President Obama's second stimulus plan.    “It doesn't matter who the White House sends to New...

Shaheen Only Member Of Federal Delegation Not Hosting Town Halls

Concord, N.H. -- With news that 7,600 Granite Staters will lose their Medicare benefits as a result of ObamaCare, it's no surprise that U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen is dodging voters across the state.  Contrary to every other member of the federal delegation, Shaheen has failed to host an in-person town hall.   “Voters deserve the chance to see and hear directly from their elected officials, and in our state they expect it,” said New Hampshire Republican State Committee...

ObamaCare Dems Owe N.H. Voters An Explanation

Why Did They Support Medicare Cuts That Are Forcing 7,600 Granite Staters To Change Plans? Concord, NH – As former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s promise becomes a reality, Democrats like Jeanne Shaheen, Ann Kuster and Carol Shea-Porter owe New Hampshire voters an explanation about their Medicare cuts.  As part of her efforts to muscle ObamaCare through Congress, Pelosi said, "We have to pass the bill so that you can find out what is in it."  (Watch Video)...

One Year Later: Republican Leadership Pulled New Hampshire Away from the Fiscal Brink

Concord, NH – Exactly one year ago today, on December 1, 2010, Republicans took control of the New Hampshire House and Senate.  The day they started, they faced a bleak fiscal mess left by four years of spendthrift Democrat rule.  This reality included a budget deficit of nearly $900 million, an economy that had been ravaged by over 100 new taxes and fees, tens of millions of dollars in borrowed money to pay for operating costs and huge property tax increases.   &nb...