The chairman of the New Hampshire Democratic Party has issued a statement that leaves the door open to the possibility that Gov. John Lynch (D-NH) could appoint a Republican to fill U.S. Sen. Judd Gregg’s (R-NH) senate seat.
Earlier today, both Lynch and Gregg issued statements that said Gregg would accept a nomination to be Commerce Secretary, only if Lynch appoints a Republican.
Ray Buckley’s full statement:
"President Obama was elected to lead and deliver results for the American people, and to go beyond partisan politics to find real solutions to our nation's economic problems. If he determines that Senator Gregg is essential to his effort to rebuild America's economy, then we should trust his judgment and support his decision.
"Governor Lynch has decided to stand with the President at this time of national economic crisis, and we are grateful that we have two strong and results-oriented leaders like President Obama and Governor Lynch. If President Obama does appoint Senator Gregg as Commerce Secretary, I am confident Governor Lynch will replace him with someone who will put New Hampshire and its people first, and work with the Obama Administration, Senator Shaheen, Congresswoman Shea-Porter, Congressman Hodes, Governor Lynch and the legislative leadership in a positive and productive manner."
Monday, February 2, 2009
Lynch acknowledges discussions with Gregg, WH
Gov. John Lynch said today that he has talked with U.S. Sen. Judd Gregg (R-NH) and the White House about the possibility of Gregg being nominated to be Secretary of Commerce.
Lynch also said that Gregg told him he would not resign his senate seat if it changed the balance of power in the United States Senate.
"I have had conversations with Senator Gregg, the White House and U.S. Senate leadership. Senator Gregg has said he would not resign his seat in the U.S. Senate if it changed the balance in the Senate,” Lynch said in a statement. “Based on my discussions, it is clear the White House and Senate leadership understand this as well.”
Lynch also cited the national economy and said, "It is important that President Obama be able to select the advisors he feels are necessary to help him address the challenges facing our nation.”
Reports over the past couple of days have centered on the possibility that Lynch could appoint either Bonnie Newman or former House Speaker Doug Scamman, to serve the remainder of Gregg’s term. However, in the statement he released, Lynch refused to name whom he would appoint to fill the seat.
"If President Obama does nominate Senator Gregg to serve as Commerce Secretary, I will name a replacement who will put the people of New Hampshire first and represent New Hampshire effectively in the U.S. Senate."
Lynch also said that Gregg told him he would not resign his senate seat if it changed the balance of power in the United States Senate.
"I have had conversations with Senator Gregg, the White House and U.S. Senate leadership. Senator Gregg has said he would not resign his seat in the U.S. Senate if it changed the balance in the Senate,” Lynch said in a statement. “Based on my discussions, it is clear the White House and Senate leadership understand this as well.”
Lynch also cited the national economy and said, "It is important that President Obama be able to select the advisors he feels are necessary to help him address the challenges facing our nation.”
Reports over the past couple of days have centered on the possibility that Lynch could appoint either Bonnie Newman or former House Speaker Doug Scamman, to serve the remainder of Gregg’s term. However, in the statement he released, Lynch refused to name whom he would appoint to fill the seat.
"If President Obama does nominate Senator Gregg to serve as Commerce Secretary, I will name a replacement who will put the people of New Hampshire first and represent New Hampshire effectively in the U.S. Senate."
Who goes with Gregg?
It now seems that it is only a matter of when, not if, Judd Gregg is named Secretary of Commerce. While most people are focused on his replacement, our money is on Bonnie Newman, we were thinking about another set of questions.
Mainly, what about his staff?
Here are some things to consider:
-Would Gregg’s current chief of staff, Alyssa Shooshan, join him at Commerce? Would the appointed senator decide to even keep Shooshan on?
-What about Joel Maiola? Does Maiola take a hiatus from his consulting business to join Gregg at Commerce?
-What about Gregg’s press secretary Laena Fallon? Like Shooshan, would she join Gregg, be replaced or remain in her current position?
These are just some questions that people will be considering over the next couple of days.
Mainly, what about his staff?
Here are some things to consider:
-Would Gregg’s current chief of staff, Alyssa Shooshan, join him at Commerce? Would the appointed senator decide to even keep Shooshan on?
-What about Joel Maiola? Does Maiola take a hiatus from his consulting business to join Gregg at Commerce?
-What about Gregg’s press secretary Laena Fallon? Like Shooshan, would she join Gregg, be replaced or remain in her current position?
These are just some questions that people will be considering over the next couple of days.
Friday, January 30, 2009
Pols to kick off NH Political Library series
If you consider yourself a political animal, or a wannabe politico, then check out a panel discussion the New Hampshire Political Library is hosting next weekend.
The New Hampshire Political Library will be kicking off their 2009 lecture series with a discussion called, “2008 New Hampshire Primary Debrief: A Discussion with Key Campaign Advisors.” It will be held on Sunday, February 8th at 2:00 p.m at President Franklin Pierce’s historic Concord home.
Ambassador Terry Shumaker, Chair of the New Hampshire Political Library Board of Directors, will moderate a panel discussion among Steve Duprey, advisor to John McCain; Ned Helms, advisor to Barack Obama; New Hampshire Senate President Sylvia Larsen, advisor to Hillary Clinton; and Tom Rath, advisor to Mitt Romney.
This event is free and open to the public. Please RSVP to Caroline Amport at camport@politicallibrary.org or (603) 225-4617 x10.
The New Hampshire Political Library will be kicking off their 2009 lecture series with a discussion called, “2008 New Hampshire Primary Debrief: A Discussion with Key Campaign Advisors.” It will be held on Sunday, February 8th at 2:00 p.m at President Franklin Pierce’s historic Concord home.
Ambassador Terry Shumaker, Chair of the New Hampshire Political Library Board of Directors, will moderate a panel discussion among Steve Duprey, advisor to John McCain; Ned Helms, advisor to Barack Obama; New Hampshire Senate President Sylvia Larsen, advisor to Hillary Clinton; and Tom Rath, advisor to Mitt Romney.
This event is free and open to the public. Please RSVP to Caroline Amport at camport@politicallibrary.org or (603) 225-4617 x10.
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Who too Watch For
Below we have developed a list of potential appointees that Gov. John Lynch can make to fill U.S. Judd Gregg’s seat, if Gregg is appointed Secretary of Commerce.
Possible “seat warmers”
Former Gov. Walter Peterson (R-NH)- He led “Republicans for Lynch” and probably wouldn’t run in 2010
Secretary of State Bill Gardner (D-NH)-Most nonpartisan person in the state, but would leave hole in fight to protect primary
Possible Lynch appointees:
-Gov. John Lynch- Why not appoint himself
-U.S. Rep. Paul Hodes- He wants to be a United States Senator anyways
-U.S. Rep. Carol Shea-Porter- Would please the progressives and has shown she can win in tough races
-Katrina Swett- Has a healthy amount of money in her FEC account
-Gary Hirshberg- We love his yogurt and he’s been making quiet political moves, like suing PSNH
-Blago: Does he meet the state’s residence requirements?
-Former Gov. John H. Sununu- Just for the heck of it
If Hodes is picked, possible contenders for a special election in NH-02:
-Katrina Swett (D-Bow)-Already has money in the bank
-Jay Buckey (D-Hanover)-If you cannot become a senator why not try to become a congressman?
-State Sen. Sylvia Larsen (D-Concord)- Would probably win a Democratic primary, but she’s more powerful as senate president than she would be as a freshman congresswoman
-Attorney General Kelly Ayotte (R-Nashua)- Most popular Republican in the state
-Grafton County Attorney Rick St. Hilaire (R-Lebanon)-One of the only elected Republicans in an increasingly Democratic part of the state
-Former U.S. Rep. Charlie Bass (R-Peterborough)- Has the name ID to recapture the seat for the Republicans
-Former State Sen. Bob Clegg (R-Hudson)-Can write his campaign a check
If Shea-Porter is picked, possible contenders for a special election in NH-01:
-Former Portsmouth Mayor Steve Marchand (D-Portsmouth)- He wants to run for something in 2010, so why not run for Congress in 2009?
-State Sen. Maggie Hassan (D-Exeter)- She’s often considered a rising star within the party
-State Sen. Lou D’Allesandro (D-Manchester)- His signs can simply read Lou
-Manchester Mayor Frank Guinta (R-Manchester)- He wants to move up the ladder and this might be his chance
-Sean Mahoney (R-Portsmouth)-Can probably bankroll his own campaign
-Former Health and Human Services Commissioner John Stephen (R-Manchester)- Could raise lots of cash in a short amount of time and the third time around might be the charm
-Former U.S. Rep. Jeb Bradley (R-Wolfeboro)-Would set-up another potential Stephen-Bradley primary
-Former New Hampshire Republican Chairman Fergus Cullen (R-Barrington)- He can try and put his farewell speech into action
Possible “seat warmers”
Former Gov. Walter Peterson (R-NH)- He led “Republicans for Lynch” and probably wouldn’t run in 2010
Secretary of State Bill Gardner (D-NH)-Most nonpartisan person in the state, but would leave hole in fight to protect primary
Possible Lynch appointees:
-Gov. John Lynch- Why not appoint himself
-U.S. Rep. Paul Hodes- He wants to be a United States Senator anyways
-U.S. Rep. Carol Shea-Porter- Would please the progressives and has shown she can win in tough races
-Katrina Swett- Has a healthy amount of money in her FEC account
-Gary Hirshberg- We love his yogurt and he’s been making quiet political moves, like suing PSNH
-Blago: Does he meet the state’s residence requirements?
-Former Gov. John H. Sununu- Just for the heck of it
If Hodes is picked, possible contenders for a special election in NH-02:
-Katrina Swett (D-Bow)-Already has money in the bank
-Jay Buckey (D-Hanover)-If you cannot become a senator why not try to become a congressman?
-State Sen. Sylvia Larsen (D-Concord)- Would probably win a Democratic primary, but she’s more powerful as senate president than she would be as a freshman congresswoman
-Attorney General Kelly Ayotte (R-Nashua)- Most popular Republican in the state
-Grafton County Attorney Rick St. Hilaire (R-Lebanon)-One of the only elected Republicans in an increasingly Democratic part of the state
-Former U.S. Rep. Charlie Bass (R-Peterborough)- Has the name ID to recapture the seat for the Republicans
-Former State Sen. Bob Clegg (R-Hudson)-Can write his campaign a check
If Shea-Porter is picked, possible contenders for a special election in NH-01:
-Former Portsmouth Mayor Steve Marchand (D-Portsmouth)- He wants to run for something in 2010, so why not run for Congress in 2009?
-State Sen. Maggie Hassan (D-Exeter)- She’s often considered a rising star within the party
-State Sen. Lou D’Allesandro (D-Manchester)- His signs can simply read Lou
-Manchester Mayor Frank Guinta (R-Manchester)- He wants to move up the ladder and this might be his chance
-Sean Mahoney (R-Portsmouth)-Can probably bankroll his own campaign
-Former Health and Human Services Commissioner John Stephen (R-Manchester)- Could raise lots of cash in a short amount of time and the third time around might be the charm
-Former U.S. Rep. Jeb Bradley (R-Wolfeboro)-Would set-up another potential Stephen-Bradley primary
-Former New Hampshire Republican Chairman Fergus Cullen (R-Barrington)- He can try and put his farewell speech into action
If Gregg leaves...
There are a lot of rumors circulating that U.S. Sen. Judd Gregg (R-NH) might be nominated to be the next Secretary of Commerce. According to New Hampshire election, law if Gregg abandons his seat Gov. John Lynch will have the power to appoint someone to fill the seat. However, if Lynch decides to pick U.S. Rep. Paul Hodes (D-NH) or U.S. Rep. Carol Shea-Porter (D-Rochester) then their selections will spark a special election in their respective congressional district.
New Hampshire Law:
661:5 United States Senator. If a vacancy occurs in the office of United States senator, the governor shall fill the vacancy by temporary appointment until the next state general election, when a senator shall be elected for the unexpired term.
661:6 United States Representative. If a vacancy occurs in the office of United States representative, the governor with advice of council shall, as soon as practicable, have precepts issued to the selectmen of the towns and cities in the district where the vacancy exists directing them to call a special state general election on the day he designates to fill the vacancy. Such election shall be conducted as provided in RSA 661:11 and shall fill the vacancy for the unexpired term.
New Hampshire Law:
661:5 United States Senator. If a vacancy occurs in the office of United States senator, the governor shall fill the vacancy by temporary appointment until the next state general election, when a senator shall be elected for the unexpired term.
661:6 United States Representative. If a vacancy occurs in the office of United States representative, the governor with advice of council shall, as soon as practicable, have precepts issued to the selectmen of the towns and cities in the district where the vacancy exists directing them to call a special state general election on the day he designates to fill the vacancy. Such election shall be conducted as provided in RSA 661:11 and shall fill the vacancy for the unexpired term.
Wednesday, December 26, 2007
Bayh To Campaign for Clinton
From the Clinton Campaign (the events are closed to the public):
Indiana Senator Evan Bayh will talk to undecided New Hampshire voters about Senator Hillary Clinton’s 35-year record of making change happen in stops across the Granite State Thursday. Having repeatedly won elections in a red state, Senator Bayh will also address why Hillary Clinton is the Democrat best suited to win a general election in November 2008.
Senator Bayh was first elected to the Senate in 1998. Prior to that, he served two terms as Governor of Indiana. He has worked in the Senate to strengthen national security, create more jobs through the growth of small businesses, encourage responsible fatherhood, and help families better afford college tuition, retirement, and long-term care.
Indiana Senator Evan Bayh will talk to undecided New Hampshire voters about Senator Hillary Clinton’s 35-year record of making change happen in stops across the Granite State Thursday. Having repeatedly won elections in a red state, Senator Bayh will also address why Hillary Clinton is the Democrat best suited to win a general election in November 2008.
Senator Bayh was first elected to the Senate in 1998. Prior to that, he served two terms as Governor of Indiana. He has worked in the Senate to strengthen national security, create more jobs through the growth of small businesses, encourage responsible fatherhood, and help families better afford college tuition, retirement, and long-term care.
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
Flake, Huntsman Give A Helping Hand To McCain
This past weekend, John McCain was joined by campaign surrogates Arizona Congressman Jeff Flake and Utah Governor Jon Huntsman.
To our knowledge, this was Flake's first trip to New Hampshire. Huntsman was in the state back in January, when he attended the NH GOP convention.
Bringing prominent supporters to the Granite State, appears to be an ongoing strategy for the McCain campaign.
Earlier this month, McCain was joined on the trail by former Secretary of Homeland Security Tom Ridge.
South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham and Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty have also appeared in the Granite State stumping for McCain. Pawlenty and Graham are often considered to be candidates for potential cabinet positions in future Republican administrations.
To our knowledge, this was Flake's first trip to New Hampshire. Huntsman was in the state back in January, when he attended the NH GOP convention.
Bringing prominent supporters to the Granite State, appears to be an ongoing strategy for the McCain campaign.
Earlier this month, McCain was joined on the trail by former Secretary of Homeland Security Tom Ridge.
South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham and Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty have also appeared in the Granite State stumping for McCain. Pawlenty and Graham are often considered to be candidates for potential cabinet positions in future Republican administrations.
Friday, October 5, 2007
McCain Brings In Rising GOP Stars to Help Campaign
This weekend, New Hampshire Republicans will be able to see two rising Republican stars. Both though, will be campaigning for Senator John McCain.
Tomorrow, North Carolina Senator Richard Burr will be stumping for John McCain in Bedford. Burr won election to the Senate in 2004, he previously had served in the House.
On Monday, October 8 Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty will be speaking at the Grafton County GOP Dinner. Pawlenty is often mentioned as a possible 2008 vice-presidential nominee, especially if McCain gains the nomination.
Tomorrow, North Carolina Senator Richard Burr will be stumping for John McCain in Bedford. Burr won election to the Senate in 2004, he previously had served in the House.
On Monday, October 8 Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty will be speaking at the Grafton County GOP Dinner. Pawlenty is often mentioned as a possible 2008 vice-presidential nominee, especially if McCain gains the nomination.
Senator Richard Burr Makes First Visit To NH
North Carolina Senator Richard Burr will be in New Hampshire tomorrow attempting to drum-up support for John McCain.
Senator Burr will speak with supporters and McCain staffers in Manchester.
He will then head-over to the Hillsborough Republican Oktoberfest Picnic
Senator Burr will speak with supporters and McCain staffers in Manchester.
He will then head-over to the Hillsborough Republican Oktoberfest Picnic
Friday, September 7, 2007
Jim Webb To Speak At NH Dems Dinner
Virginia Senator Jim Webb will be the featured speaker at the New Hampshire Democratic Party's annual Jefferson Jackson Dinner. Webb is often mentioned as a possible 2008 vice-presidential nominee or a 2012 presidential candidate.
Here is the ticket information you will need to know:
Saturday October 20, 2007
6:30pm
Center of New Hampshire
700 Elm Street, Manchester
$50 per person
Tickets are now available online at http://www.nhdp.org/
Here is the ticket information you will need to know:
Saturday October 20, 2007
6:30pm
Center of New Hampshire
700 Elm Street, Manchester
$50 per person
Tickets are now available online at http://www.nhdp.org/
Sunday, July 29, 2007
Beau Biden Campaigns For Father
Recently elected Delaware Attorney General Beau Biden, will spend Saturday, July 28, 2007 campaigning in New Hampshire for his father, Sen. Joe Biden. Biden will make several stops including at the Greenfield Blueberry "JAMboree", Jaffrey Riverfest, Peterborough Diner and Stratham Fair.
9:45 AM
BEAU BIDEN WILL MAKE A CAMPAIGN STOP AT THE GREENFIELD BLUEBERRY JAMboree
Greenfield Blueberry Jamboree
Oak Park971 Forest Road
Greenfield , NH
11:15 AM
BEAU BIDEN WILL MEET WITH LOCAL RESIDENTS AT THE JAFFREY RIVERFEST
Jaffrey RiverfestMain Street
Jaffrey, NH
12:30 PM
BEAU BIDEN WILL MAKE A CAMPAIGN STOP AT THE PETERBOROUGH DINER
Peterborough Diner
10 Depot Street
Peterborough, NH
3:00 PM
BEAU BIDEN WILL MEET WITH LOCAL RESIDENTS AT THE STRATHAM FAIR
Stratham Hill Park,
Route 33
Stratham, NH
9:45 AM
BEAU BIDEN WILL MAKE A CAMPAIGN STOP AT THE GREENFIELD BLUEBERRY JAMboree
Greenfield Blueberry Jamboree
Oak Park971 Forest Road
Greenfield , NH
11:15 AM
BEAU BIDEN WILL MEET WITH LOCAL RESIDENTS AT THE JAFFREY RIVERFEST
Jaffrey RiverfestMain Street
Jaffrey, NH
12:30 PM
BEAU BIDEN WILL MAKE A CAMPAIGN STOP AT THE PETERBOROUGH DINER
Peterborough Diner
10 Depot Street
Peterborough, NH
3:00 PM
BEAU BIDEN WILL MEET WITH LOCAL RESIDENTS AT THE STRATHAM FAIR
Stratham Hill Park,
Route 33
Stratham, NH
Durbin Campaigns For Obama
Senator Barack Obama's New Hampshire campaign announced today that U.S. Senator Dick Durbin will visit two house parties in New Hampshire tomorrow. The senior senator from Obama's home state, Durbin serves as the Majority Whip in the U.S. Senate and is a longtime supporter and friend of Obama's. He will greet voters and speak about Barack Obama's vision for changing politics in America.
Saturday, July 28
10:00am – 11:45am
NASHUA HOUSE PARTY WITH SENATOR DURBIN
Home of Rep. Cindy Rosenwald & Peter Klementowicz
101 Wellington Street
Nashua, NH
1:30pm – 3:00pm
MANCHESTER HOUSE PARTY WITH SENATOR DURBIN
Home of George Bruno & Rona Zlokower
Saturday, July 28,
161 North Adams Street (between Clark & Carpenter Streets)
Manchester, NH
Saturday, July 28
10:00am – 11:45am
NASHUA HOUSE PARTY WITH SENATOR DURBIN
Home of Rep. Cindy Rosenwald & Peter Klementowicz
101 Wellington Street
Nashua, NH
1:30pm – 3:00pm
MANCHESTER HOUSE PARTY WITH SENATOR DURBIN
Home of George Bruno & Rona Zlokower
Saturday, July 28,
161 North Adams Street (between Clark & Carpenter Streets)
Manchester, NH
Saturday, April 28, 2007
Pawlenty: My Hands Are Already Full
Today, Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty participated in the official opening of John McCain's New Hampshire headquarters. Before a crowd of 60 "McCainiacs," Pawlenty said that he is supporting Senator McCain because he is a "leader for our times" and he has "uncommon courage and patriotism." After his opening remarks, the Republican Governor met supporters and signed a blank wall that will be filled with signatures of McCain supporters and volunteers
.In an interview with "New Hampshire Presidential Watch," Pawlenty said that so far he has rarely campaigned for McCain, but once the Minnesota legislative session concludes he plans to do more stumping for McCain. As he was leaving, I said "you would make an interesting VP pick" to which Pawlenty laughed and said "I already have my hands full."
For more on Tim Pawlenty and his support of John McCain, check out this link: http://robertbluey.com/blog/2007/02/06/gov-tim-pawlenty-why-im-supporting-john-mccain/
.In an interview with "New Hampshire Presidential Watch," Pawlenty said that so far he has rarely campaigned for McCain, but once the Minnesota legislative session concludes he plans to do more stumping for McCain. As he was leaving, I said "you would make an interesting VP pick" to which Pawlenty laughed and said "I already have my hands full."
For more on Tim Pawlenty and his support of John McCain, check out this link: http://robertbluey.com/blog/2007/02/06/gov-tim-pawlenty-why-im-supporting-john-mccain/
Tuesday, April 10, 2007
Graham To Visit Lake Winnipeasaukee
South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham will be in the state on May 4th. Graham is a close friend of McCain and Sununu and is often mentioned as a possible Vice-Presidential nominee or Attorney General appointment. Senator Graham will be speaking at the Belkap County Lincoln Day Dinner on May 4th. He will be urging Republicans to support John McCain's presidential bid. Here are the details:
Belknap County LDD Cruise
Date : 4 May 2007
Event Description: Annual Belknap County Lincoln Day Dinner Cruise with featured guest Senator Lindsey Graham
Where: Lake Winnipeasaukee (departs from The Weirs)
When: Friday, May 4th @ 5:30pm
Cost: $35
Contact: Frank TiltonEmail: franktilton@gmail.com
Belknap County LDD Cruise
Date : 4 May 2007
Event Description: Annual Belknap County Lincoln Day Dinner Cruise with featured guest Senator Lindsey Graham
Where: Lake Winnipeasaukee (departs from The Weirs)
When: Friday, May 4th @ 5:30pm
Cost: $35
Contact: Frank TiltonEmail: franktilton@gmail.com
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