Daily Archives: May 1, 2017

When a scientific theory becomes a religion…

Posted on May 1, 2017 by Steve Mac Donald

Science, of course, is not a religion, and the history of science is littered with theories that have been considered proven and then are disproven. So scientists must remain skeptical and open to any evidence that would challenge their theories … Continue reading →

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Shea-Porter urges constituents to remain politically active

Posted on May 1, 2017 by Steve Mac Donald

U.S. Representative Carol Shea-Porter, D-New Hampshire, was in-district on Tuesday afternoon and held a town hall forum for constituents to ask questions at the Portsmouth Public Library.The major topics discussed centered around Syria, North Korea, climate change and bridging the … Continue reading →

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What Options Can House Leadership Take in Fisher Scandal?

Posted on May 1, 2017 by Steve Mac Donald

The news story that has made the rounds this past week involved accusations that a New Hampshire lawmaker created a misogynistic online message board, making derogatory and inappropriate comments about women. Gov. Chris Sununu and the New Hampshire Republican Party have … Continue reading →

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Ellen Kolb: WHAT’S GONE RIGHT: A 5-YEAR REVIEW

Posted on May 1, 2017 by Steve Mac Donald

As the blog’s 5-year anniversary month winds up, I’ll take one last look back. It would be easy to reflect on things left undone, such as the failure to pass this or that pro-life law. Not today, though. This is … Continue reading →

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Sens. David Watters and Jeb Bradley: Young NH students need full-day kindergarten

Posted on May 1, 2017 by Steve Mac Donald

IT IS A BREATH OF FRESH air when an issue arises that has popular support and allows Democrats and Republicans to reach across the aisle and work together. That is exactly what we are doing right now by supporting legislation … Continue reading →

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In New Hampshire: Joe Biden talks of winning ‘it back,’

Posted on May 1, 2017 by Steve Mac Donald

Joe Biden’s speech to sold out New Hampshire Democratic Party Dinner may have sounded like an early version of a 2020 stump speech, but the former Vice President insisted he’s not considering a third campaign for the presidency. Early in … Continue reading →

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