Author Archives: Steve Mac Donald
Top-5 Myths about the Constitution
What are the most common myths about the Constitution? From the necessary and proper, general Welfare and commerce clauses, to the preamble, federal “supremacy” and more – there are a lot to choose from. The hardest part about putting this … Continue reading
Marijuana Legalization Study Panel to Hold Third Meeting
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — A committee studying the legalization, regulation and taxation of marijuana in New Hampshire is hearing from several experts. The committee is holding its third meeting on Monday. The panel is expected to hear from representatives of the state … Continue reading
Mysterious Vault in New Hampshire Statehouse to Be Opened
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — A mysterious vault that has been locked for about 70 years is finally being opened at the New Hampshire Statehouse. The 6-by-10-foot space is at the top of a narrow spiral staircase in the back of Room 103, … Continue reading
Black Friday Gun Background Checks Reportedly Soar To Record High
Shoppers hunting for Black Friday deals seemed to include a record number of those in the market for firearms; the FBI says it fielded 203,086 background check requests for gun purchases on the day after Thanksgiving — the highest daily … Continue reading
First turnpike toll hike in 10 years proposed
CONCORD – A proposed 50 percent increase in turnpike tolls – the first systemwide hike in 10 years – would speed up existing reconstruction projects on Interstate 293 in Manchester, in Concord and on the Seacoast; fund new projects; and eliminate … Continue reading
Albany NH residents to see 47% school tax jump
ALBANY — Albany residents were taken aback last week to learn that the school portion of their tax bills has jumped more than 45 percent over the previous year. The increase drew a crowd to the Albany School Board meeting … Continue reading
See which Manchester Reps didn’t sign sex harassment policy
MANCHESTER, NH – Ten Manchester state legislators are among those who have not yet signed a form acknowledging they’ve read the official Statehouse 2016 sexual harassment policy, according to an NHPR report. The nine-page form, which defines sexual harassment as unwelcome sexual advances, … Continue reading
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NH LSRs rated by sponsor ratings – Part 3
Batter up! More LSRs / House Bills. As before, I’m bolding the ones that I’ll be looking at. As before, if you, dear readers and commenters, have a bit of time and interest, pick one or two (or more, there’s … Continue reading
The New Media Militia 