Town of Strafford Democratic Committee
We are a local grassroots organization in Strafford, NH, working to elect Democrats in all levels of government. We are aligned with the NH Democratic Party. Our meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month 7 pm at the Hill Library in Strafford.
No lazy days of Summer for the Strafford Dems!
2014 is an important election year, with Senator Jeanne Shaheen and Congresswoman Carol Shea-Porter both up for re-election in the fall. State races are a hub of activity as well. Governor Maggie Hassan has done a great job and deserves a second term. Strafford’s own State Representative Bob Perry (perry4nh.org) is running for re-election; Ellen Phillips, a retired teacher, from New Durham, rounds out the State Rep race on the Democratic side. (Strafford and New Durham are a combined State Rep district that elects two State Representatives). Running for State Senate in our senate district is Nancy Fraher of Chichester.
Another Strafford local running for re-election is Strafford County Register of Deeds Dennis Vachon, who has overseen the county’s land records office since 2012. For more information on Vachon’s campaign, visit democracy.com/vachon4deeds.
The Democratic primary election takes place on Tuesday, September 9, and the general election is on Tuesday, November 4, with voting at the Town Hall on both days from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. The committee encourages everyone to do their civic duty and vote!
Strafford County Democrats will gather on August 17 for the annual County picnic, from noon to 3 p.m. at Millenium Park (Stackpole Road) in Somersworth. This is a casual event featuring locally grown food and a great chance to meet the candidates. Tickets are available at democracy.com/vachon4deeds and click on “events.”
Another Strafford local running for re-election is Strafford County Register of Deeds Dennis Vachon, who has overseen the county’s land records office since 2012. For more information on Vachon’s campaign, visit democracy.com/vachon4deeds.
The Democratic primary election takes place on Tuesday, September 9, and the general election is on Tuesday, November 4, with voting at the Town Hall on both days from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. The committee encourages everyone to do their civic duty and vote!
Strafford County Democrats will gather on August 17 for the annual County picnic, from noon to 3 p.m. at Millenium Park (Stackpole Road) in Somersworth. This is a casual event featuring locally grown food and a great chance to meet the candidates. Tickets are available at democracy.com/vachon4deeds and click on “events.”
A Democratic Friend Remembered: NH State Rep. Jim Cyr
It was sad to go through the holiday season and not see longtime member Jim Cyr selling Christmas trees at his former home on Parker Mountain Road. Jim passed away late last year after a long illness. He had represented Strafford for two terms in the N.H. House and was a staunch member
of the Strafford Democratic Committee. His carpentry skills are evident in many improvements at the Bow Lake Grange Hall.Jim’s can-do attitude and willingness to contribute to his community are greatly missed.
of the Strafford Democratic Committee. His carpentry skills are evident in many improvements at the Bow Lake Grange Hall.Jim’s can-do attitude and willingness to contribute to his community are greatly missed.
First in the Nation All Female Delegation!
On November 7 we made history, or herstory as some would say! NH is now the first state to elect an all women delegation. Additionally, newly elected Gov. Hassan is the only female Democratic Governor in the nation.
She is joined in the delegation by three Democrats, newly elected Rep. Annie Kuster, Rep. Carol Shea-Porter who was re-elected to a seat she held from 2006-2010, and Senator Jeanne Shaheen who was the first female Governor in NH. Senator Ayotte, a Republican, was elected to the senate in 2010.
She is joined in the delegation by three Democrats, newly elected Rep. Annie Kuster, Rep. Carol Shea-Porter who was re-elected to a seat she held from 2006-2010, and Senator Jeanne Shaheen who was the first female Governor in NH. Senator Ayotte, a Republican, was elected to the senate in 2010.
Local Candidates Successful November 6!
On Tuesday, November 6, a majority of the Town of Strafford electorate voted for President Barack Obama and to re-elect Democrats US Rep. Carol Shea-Porter and Maggie Hassan as our new governor. Congratulations all!
Locally, NH Rep. Bob Perry of Evans Mountain Road in Strafford was re-elected to his fourth term in the New Hampshire Legislature representing the towns of Strafford and New Durham. The Strafford Town Democrats thank him for running and for continuing to do an excellent job representing the interests of the people of Strafford at the State House in Concord.
Kudos also goes out to Strafford Resident Dennis Vachon for his election as Strafford County Register of Deeds. He will be an asset to the county and town in his new county post.
Locally, NH Rep. Bob Perry of Evans Mountain Road in Strafford was re-elected to his fourth term in the New Hampshire Legislature representing the towns of Strafford and New Durham. The Strafford Town Democrats thank him for running and for continuing to do an excellent job representing the interests of the people of Strafford at the State House in Concord.
Kudos also goes out to Strafford Resident Dennis Vachon for his election as Strafford County Register of Deeds. He will be an asset to the county and town in his new county post.
Strafford Democratic Gov Debate a Huge Success
The Democratic candidates for Governor brought out a standing room only crown at the Bow Lake Grange Hall on Friday, August 17th at 6:30 pm. Attendees thanked the committee for being able to ask questions to the three democratic candidates and speak with them in person after the event.
Thanks to all who attended and committee members who baked and made delicious hors d'eourves for the event.
Thanks to all who attended and committee members who baked and made delicious hors d'eourves for the event.
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Posted March 3, 2012.
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