Lasky Announces Run for Senate

For Immediate Release

June 3, 2008

Bette Lasky

315-1924

Lasky Announces Run for Senate

Nashua – Today Representative Bette Lasky announced that she will run for the Senate in District 13.

"I have been proud to represent Nashua in the State House for the last 10 years.  I have been a part of good, substantial change, and I am excited to be taking my commitment to public service and the city of Nashua to the Senate," said Lasky.

"It has been an honor to serve with Senator Foster over the last six years. This district has such a great legacy from Senators Foster, Pignatelli and Nelson, and I am confident that my years in the House fully equip me to continue to deliver positive results for Nashua and New Hampshire," continued Lasky.

Bette Lasky has been the top vote getter in her district for the past 5 elections. She currently represents Nashua Wards 5, 8 and 9. She has served as Assistant House Majority Leader in the House since the Democratic Majority took office in 2007. Prior to that Lasky was the House Minority Whip. She is also currently serving on the New Hampshire Democratic Party's Constitution and Bylaws Committee.

Active in local and state politics for many years, Lasky has been the Chairman of the Nashua City Planning Board, a Nashua City Selectman, and Vice Chair of the Nashua City Committee. She also served on the Board of Directors of Girls, Inc.

She lives in Nashua with her husband Dr Elliot Lasky.