For Immediate Release
May 12, 2008
For more information: Contact Brett, (603) 995-9284

Mail More Expensive for You, Still Free for Hodes

Bosse calls on Congressman to Stop Abusing Taxpayer Dollars

(Nashua) As the price for a first-class stamp rises once again today, Congressman Paul Hodes continues to abuse taxpayer dollars to send out partisan mailing for free. Hodes has repeatedly used money from his Congressional office to send out letters to benefit his re-election campaign. Today the cost of a first-class stamp went up from 41 to 42 cents.

Buckley: McCain, Sununu, Gregg, Republican Leaders Should Tell GOP Chair Cullen To Step Down for Promoting Violence as "Family" Humor

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE       CONTACT: Anthony Coley/ Melissa Wagoner (Kennedy)

May 12, 2008                                                                                                            (202) 224-2633

                                                                                              Andrea Wuebker/Laena Fallon (Gregg)

*** Summary included below                                                                                 (202) 224-3324

Senate to Consider Gregg-Kennedy Public Safety Employer-Employee Cooperation Act

WASHINGTON, DC— Today the Senate will begin debate on the Public Safety Employer-Employee Cooperation Act (S. 2123), bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senator Judd Gregg (R-NH) and Senator Edward M. Kennedy (D-MA) that would provide basic collective-bargaining rights for all public safety officers while respecting states’ autonomy. On Tuesday, the Senate will proceed to a cloture vote on the motion to proceed to the bill, which has 11 Republican co-sponsors.  The companion House bill, H.R. 980, passed the House last fall by a vote of 314 to 97, with the support of 98 Republicans.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 12, 2008

Contact:

Periklis Karoutas

1-603-799-6563

press@jebforcongress.com

JEB BRADLEY LAUNCHES FIRST TV & RADIO ADS!

Bradley Takes On Carol Shea-Porter In First Ads Of Congressional Campaign

Wolfeboro, NH- 1st Congressional District Candidate Jeb Bradley today launched the first television and radio ads of the campaign, The Right Kind of Change.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

MAY 12, 2008

CONTACT:
Kate Bedingfield
603 782 4613 (o)/603 361 8036 (c)/ kbedingfield@jeanneshaheen.org

Caitlin Legacki
603 782 4613 (o)/603 361 9643 (c)/ clegacki@jeanneshaheen.org

JEANNE SHAHEEN RELEASES PLAN TO ADDRESS RISING FOOD PRICES, INVEST IN ALTERNATIVE FUELS WITHOUT IMPACTING GLOBAL FOOD SUPPLY

Shaheen proposes measures to protect market from price manipulation, shift tax incentives from corn-based ethanol to wood-based ethanol 

(Manchester, NH) – As food prices continue to climb, former Governor and current US Senate candidate Jeanne Shaheen today released several proposals to protect the market from food and oil price manipulation and shift tax incentives for corn-based ethanol to wood-based ethanol.  Shaheen believes we should invest in the expansion of cellulosic wood-based ethanol, which won't impact the global food supply and can be generated from resources right here in New Hampshire.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Date:               May 12, 2008

Contact:          Fergus Cullen, Chairman, New Hampshire Republican Party

                        603-225-9341 office, 603-520-5450 cell

STATEMENT BY FERGUS CULLEN

CONCORD – Fergus Cullen, Chairman of the New Hampshire Republican Party, made the following statement today:

Bradley Takes On Carol Shea-Porter In First Ads Of Congressional Campaign

MEDIA RELEASE                                                    CONTACT:For Immediate Release                                           Greg Moore (cell)May 11, 2008                                                          (603) 568-8159
Stephen Praises Senator Gregg For Commitment To Energy IndependenceCongressional Candidate Calls Out Representatives Who Voted Against Energy Exploration
MANCHESTER, NH- 1st District Congressional Candidate John Stephen today praised U.S. Senator Judd Gregg for his sponsoring the "American Energy Production Act of 2008," which would remove many of the restrictions on domestic oil and gas production and allow the United States to produce up an additional 24 billion barrels of oil.  The legislation also suspends filling the Strategic Petroleum Reserve for 180 days.  In addition, the act removes restriction on biomass and other alternative energy sources.  The bill is expected to come for a full vote on Monday.

For Immediate Release:                                             

Monday, May 12, 2008

McLeod to Run for State Senate:

Pledges Strong Voice for North Country

FRANCONIA – Martha Stroup McLeod, a North Country native from Franconia, announced today that she is running for the District 1 Senate seat, promising to be a strong and energetic voice for the North Country on issues like jobs, affordable health, jobs, and support for small businesses and the environment.

Contact:
Nancy J. M. White
12 Main Street
Amherst, NH 03031
603-801-5407 cell
 
Friday, May 9, 2008
 
Accountability & Reconciliation Commission Recommended by NH Dem Party Resolutions Committee
 
Concord, NH -  In a crowded standing-room-only meeting at the NH Democratic Party Headquarters Tuesday evening, May 6, the Resolutions Committee of the NH State Party Convention recommended a split decision on two similar resolutions.

PRESS RELEASE

For Immediate Release

May 9, 2008

Contact:        Mark Bergman

                202-225-5206 (office)

                202-557-9979 (cell)

Congressman Paul Hodes visits Franklin Pierce University

Presents $146,000 Federal Grant for Nursing Program

Keene, NH--- Congressman Paul Hodes today visited Franklin Pierce University and he met with President George J. Hagerty, toured the campus, and presented the University with the $146,000 federal grant Congressman Hodes secured for their nursing program.

For Immediate Release                                    Greg Moore (cell)May 9, 2008                                                      (603) 568-8159
John Stephen Signs Taxpayer Protection PledgeNational Anti-Tax Activist Joins Congressional Candidate For Signing Ceremony
MANCHESTER, NH- 1st District Congressional Candidate John Stephen today signed Americans for Tax Reform's (ATR) Taxpayer Protection Pledge.  In signing the pledge, Stephen agrees to "oppose any and all efforts to increase the marginal income tax rates for individuals and/or businesses" and "oppose any net reduction or elimination of deductions and credits, unless matched dollar for dollar by further reducing tax rates."

PRESS RELEASE – May 9, 2008

Contact: Mark Laliberte (mlaliberte@manchesternh.gov) (603) 624-6500

Mayor Frank Guinta announces study committee to examine sex offender laws in Manchester

MANCHESTER (May 9, 2008) – Today, Manchester Mayor Frank Guinta formed a study committee to examine the city’s sexual predator ordinances in order to strengthen the laws that protect residents. This is in response to previous efforts by citizens to get such laws passed in Manchester.

For Immediate Release
May 9, 2008
For more information: Contact Brett, (603) 995-9284

Hodes Backs Massive Mortgage Bailout
Puts Taxpayers on the Hook for $315 Billion

(Hillsboro) Republican Grant Bosse today blasted Democratic Congressman Paul Hodes for backing a massive bailout of the home mortgage industry, and putting taxpayers on the hook for bad loans. Massachusetts Democrat Barney Frank authored the bill to force taxpayers to guarantee up to $300 billion in new home loans.

CONTACT: Dr. Annie Farnsworth

603.731-3758/ anniefarnsworth@tds.net

NEW HAMPSHIRE WOMEN’S LOBBY TO HONOR THOSE MAKING A DIFFERENCE FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN in the GRANITE STATE

CONCORD – The New Hampshire Women's Lobby (NHWL) will honor legislators and citizens who make a difference for women and children in the Granite State at its 20th annual Spring Celebs Event to be held at the Centennial Inn, Concord on May 14th at 5:30pm.  The 2008 Honorees were announced today. 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                   Friday, May 9, 2008

Contact: Senator Joseph Foster

(603) 271-4152

SENATE APPROVES NEW SYSTEM FOR CLASSIFYING SEX OFFENDERS

CONCORD – With broad bipartisan support, the Senate voted last night in favor of a new system for classifying sex offenders and new requirements for sex offenders registering after serving their sentences.

PRESS RELEASE

For Immediate Release

May 7, 2008

Contact:        Mark Bergman

                202-225-5206 (office)

Congressman Hodes Votes for Comprehensive Housing Assistance Package

Washington, DC--- Congressman Paul Hodes today voted for the most innovative and comprehensive legislative package to address the growing mortgage and foreclosure crisis. The American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, and the Neighborhood Stabilization Act of 2008 were approved today by the House with bipartisan support.

For Immediate Release
May 8, 2008

(Manchester, NH) - In addition to his many votes against funding for veterans' health care, John E. Sununu also voted to prevent veterans from accessing health care by rejecting a measure to help the VA clear the backlog of pending claims for benefits. Just eight minutes later, Sununu voted against increased funding for VA facilities.

Wednesday, May 7, 2008                                                   Contact: Andrea Wuebker/Laena Fallon

GREGG COSPONSORS AMENDMENT TO REDUCE GAS PRICES AND DECREASE DEPENDENCE ON FOREIGN OIL

            WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Judd Gregg (R-NH) has cosponsored an amendment to address rising gas prices and reduce America’s dependence on foreign sources of oil by expanding the focus of our nation’s energy policy to domestic production of both traditional and alternative energy sources. The American Energy Production Act of 2008, on which the amendment is based, will produce up to 24 billion barrels of oil domestically and expand our nation’s commitment to renewable sources and advanced energy technologies.  This amendment is pending on the flood insurance bill currently being considered by the Senate and has been scheduled for a vote by the full Senate on Monday, May 12, 2008.

For Immediate Release:                                                            Contact: Colin Manning

Thursday, May 8, 2008                                                            (603) 271-2121

                                                                                               Gov. Lynch Lauds Final Passage of NH HealthFirst

New Law Will Provide More Affordable Health Insurance Alternatives to Small Businesses

CONCORD - Gov. John Lynch today applauded the final passage of the New Hampshire HealthFirst initiative, which is aimed at helping small businesses better afford health insurance for their workers.