As of writing this, we are just two weeks away from the general election and e-Ticker News of Claremont has reported that there have already been 650 absentee ballots returned to the city clerk’s office. In this election, there is a lot more on the ballot than just the president. We are electing a governor, U.S. senator, and representatives to Congress. There are also candidates for state representative, state senate, county commissioner, and county attorney — just to name a few. As I said, there is a lot on the ballot this year, and we need to make sure Claremont gets the representation we deserve.
You may have heard the saying “all politics are local,” and it’s true. Each position we vote for plays a unique role in our community. From fighting for federal funding, to judge appointments here at the state level, to creating county budgets — the people we elect make decisions that we will feel the impact of. So it is important to elect people that represent our values and have a commitment to Claremont.
For my fellow Claremonters, we have some amazing candidates on the ballot this year who will fight to keep Claremont moving forward. I encourage you all to vote for Michael Cryans for Executive Council, Sue Prentiss for State Senate, John Cloutier for flotorial State Rep, Gary Merchant for Ward 2 State Rep, Liza Draper for Ward 3 State Rep, and Ray Gagnon for County Commissioner. We have a chance to ensure change for Claremont starts at the top of the ballot and goes all the way down. We have the power to elect people who will work to keep Claremont moving forward. Whether you’re voting by mail or in person, vote for Claremont!
Matt Mooshian
Claremont, NH
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