Daily Archives: June 7, 2017
Chris Sununu Has His Harriet Miers Moment
A career litigating construction defects, insurance coverage, etc., even if one is the best there is at it, hardly qualifies one to sit on a court that has the final word on whether a law, regulation or other governmental action is … Continue reading
Gatsas says he’s running for fifth term as Manchester’s mayor
Manchester Mayor Ted Gatsas is making it official Wednesday. He told WMUR he’s running for a fifth term leading the state’s largest city, promising to reduce elementary school class sizes, budget responsibly and within the city’s tax cap, and continue … Continue reading
N.H. House Freedom Caucus Left Out of Conference Committee for State Budget
After the New Hampshire Senate passed its version of a state budget last week, it was expected the House would request a Committee of Conference, so it could ultimately have a say in the final budget negotiations. House conservatives, who led the charge … Continue reading
Posted in Budgets, Debt/Spending, Legislation
Tagged Committee of Conference, Freedom Caucus, NH House, State Budget
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Mystery in Nashua: The case of the unresigned principals
Three weeks ago, Nashua abruptly placed Ledge Street Principal Janet Valeri and Vice Principal Tiffany Hyatt on administrative leave. School officials would not say why. It was a personnel matter. … This week, we learn that the two administrators have … Continue reading
Posted in Education
Tagged Janet Valeri, Ledge Street elementary, Nashua, Right to Know, Tiffany Hyatt
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Tell State Board of Education at June 8 Meeting: Students Deserve Higher Standards
Parents and educators concerned about Common Core educational standards for New Hampshire students can bring their concerns to the State Board of Education (BOE) at its next meeting, June 8, 2017. Encourage board members and Commissioner Frank Edelblut to review … Continue reading
The Power of Cop Blocking With Large Numbers of People
As one of the original copblockers (badge #5), I’ve been in the streets a lot over the years. I’ve helped save people from harassment by the police on countless occasions, informed thousands of young people about their rights, and have … Continue reading
The New Media Militia 