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Governor, Mayors and Pundits:
Dan Feltes on Government Reform
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Democratic candidate for governor:
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- Fundamental right to vote. (Jan 2014)
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Maggie Hassan on Government Reform
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Democratic Governor:
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- Create commission on Government Innovation & Accountability. (Feb 2013)
- Opposed Photo ID for Voting. (Apr 2006)
- Sponsored bill for election holiday & easier voting access. (Mar 2019)
- Voted YES on two articles of impeachment against Trump. (Feb 2020)
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Jilletta Jarvis on Government Reform
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Libertarian candidate for governor of New Hampshire:
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- Make voter registration easier: online & more options. (Jul 2018)
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Molly Kelly on Government Reform
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Democratic candidate for governor of New Hampshire:
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- Wants real campaign finance reform; no corporate donations. (Oct 2018)
- End voter suppression; end corporate campaign contributions. (Sep 2018)
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Steve Marchand on Government Reform
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Democratic candidate for Governor:
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- Public funding of elections. (Sep 2018)
- Stop discouraging voter turnout. (May 2017)
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Chris Sununu on Government Reform
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Republican challenger for Governor:
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- Vetoed advocacy groups having to report receipts. (Nov 2020)
- Vetoed automatic registration, no-excuse absentee voting. (Nov 2020)
- End expansive government that stifles economic growth. (Sep 2015)
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Colin Van Ostern on Government Reform
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Andru Volinsky on Government Reform
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| Democratic candidate for governor:
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Senate:
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Scott Brown on Government Reform
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Republican Jr Senator:
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- Motor Voter registration "outrageous"; it helps Democrats. (Apr 2014)
- No pledge to limit outside PAC contributions. (Mar 2014)
- Leader on addressing waste, fraud, and abuse. (Nov 2011)
- Let president decide on nominees. (Nov 2009)
- Campaign disclosure but no donation limits. (Nov 2002)
- Require Internet disclosure of all earmarks. (May 2010)
- Sponsored banning stock trading based on Congressional insider knowledge. (Nov 2011)
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Maggie Hassan on Government Reform
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Democratic Challenger:
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- Create commission on Government Innovation & Accountability. (Feb 2013)
- Opposed Photo ID for Voting. (Apr 2006)
- Sponsored bill for election holiday & easier voting access. (Mar 2019)
- Voted YES on two articles of impeachment against Trump. (Feb 2020)
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Andy Martin on Government Reform
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Republican Senate Challenger:
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- Term limits on members of congress & federal judges. (Nov 2018)
- End partisan bickering and gridlock in Congress. (Aug 2018)
- Operation Greylord: led to 80 corrupt judiciary convictions. (Nov 2012)
- Investigated corrupt judges and forced their resignations. (Mar 2008)
- State campaign funding for complying with spending limits. (Nov 2000)
- Strongly supports Electoral College, according to AFA survey. (Sep 2020)
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Corky Messner on Government Reform
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| Republican Challenger:
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Bill O`Brien on Government Reform
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Republican Senate Challenger:
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- Help job creators by cutting red tape, streamlining agencies. (Dec 2019)
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Jim Rubens on Government Reform
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Republican Senate Challenger:
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- Congress is addicted to spending to pay for pork. (Apr 2016)
- Voluntary small dollar vouchers to fund federal elections. (Aug 2014)
- Public elections financing with restricted campaign spending. (Nov 2013)
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Jeanne Shaheen on Government Reform
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Democrat Sr Senator; previously Governor:
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- Introduced legislation to put a woman on the $20 bill. (Apr 2015)
- People's Pledge: Let's limit outside PAC contributions. (Mar 2014)
- Voted YES on Congressional pay raise. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on providing a US House seat for the District of Columbia. (Feb 2009)
- Reforms must respect state's rights to select electors. (Aug 2001)
- Require full disclosure of independent campaign expenditures. (Jul 2012)
- Matching fund for small donors, with debate requirements. (Feb 2013)
- Sponsored bill for election holiday & easier voting access. (Mar 2019)
- Judicially liberal, according to CC survey. (Sep 2020)
- More federal funding for FAA and air traffic control. (Jul 1999)
- Voted YES on two articles of impeachment against Trump. (Feb 2020)
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Carol Shea-Porter on Government Reform
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Democrat:
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- Campaign finance reform is a cornerstone of campaign. (Aug 2014)
- Voted YES on Senate pay raise. (Jun 2009)
- Voted YES on requiring lobbyist disclosure of bundled donations. (May 2007)
- Voted YES on granting Washington DC an Electoral vote & vote in Congress. (Apr 2007)
- Voted YES on protecting whistleblowers from employer recrimination. (Mar 2007)
- Full disclosure of campaign spending. (Aug 2013)
- Matching fund for small donors, with debate requirements. (Aug 2013)
- No photo IDs to vote; they suppress the vote. (Jun 2014)
- Establish "My Voice Voucher" small campaign contributions. (Feb 2014)
- Public financing of federal campaigns by voter vouchers. (Jan 2017)
- Statehood for the District of Columbia. (Jul 2017)
- Automatic voter registration for all citizens. (Jun 2017)
- Repeal automatic Congressional pay raises. (Jan 2009)
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Karen Testerman on Government Reform
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Republican Challenger:
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- Transparency at all levels for campaign funds. (Jan 2014)
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House:
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Frank Guinta on Government Reform
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Republican Representative (NH-1):
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- Identify constitutionality in every new congressional bill. (Jul 2010)
- Audit federal agencies, to reform or eliminate them. (Jul 2010)
- Moratorium on all earmarks until budget is balanced. (Jul 2010)
- Member of House Committee on Oversight & Government Reform. (Mar 2011)
- Ban stock trading based on Congressional insider knowledge. (Nov 2011)
- No recess appointments without Congressional approval. (Jan 2012)
- Elected to House with pledge of 6-year term limit. (Nov 2014)
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Annie Kuster on Government Reform
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Democrat (District 2):
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- Citizens United gives outsized role to corporate interests. (Nov 2012)
- Full disclosure of campaign spending. (Jun 2014)
- Matching fund for small donors, with debate requirements. (Jul 2013)
- No photo IDs to vote; they suppress the vote. (Jun 2014)
- Establish "My Voice Voucher" small campaign contributions. (Feb 2014)
- Public financing of federal campaigns by voter vouchers. (Jan 2015)
- No separate contribution limits for party activities. (Jan 2015)
- Statehood for the District of Columbia. (Feb 2018)
- Automatic voter registration for all citizens. (Jun 2017)
- Holiday on election day; revamp for easier voting access. (Mar 2019)
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Chris Pappas on Government Reform
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Democrat (District 1):
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- Opposed Photo ID for Voting. (Feb 2006)
- PVS:Regulate campaign donations from corporations. (Aug 2018)
- Holiday on election day; revamp for easier voting access. (Mar 2019)
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Carol Shea-Porter on Government Reform
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Democrat:
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- Campaign finance reform is a cornerstone of campaign. (Aug 2014)
- Voted YES on Senate pay raise. (Jun 2009)
- Voted YES on requiring lobbyist disclosure of bundled donations. (May 2007)
- Voted YES on granting Washington DC an Electoral vote & vote in Congress. (Apr 2007)
- Voted YES on protecting whistleblowers from employer recrimination. (Mar 2007)
- Full disclosure of campaign spending. (Aug 2013)
- Matching fund for small donors, with debate requirements. (Aug 2013)
- No photo IDs to vote; they suppress the vote. (Jun 2014)
- Establish "My Voice Voucher" small campaign contributions. (Feb 2014)
- Public financing of federal campaigns by voter vouchers. (Jan 2017)
- Statehood for the District of Columbia. (Jul 2017)
- Automatic voter registration for all citizens. (Jun 2017)
- Repeal automatic Congressional pay raises. (Jan 2009)
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Former candidates & officeholders:
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Mark Connolly on Government Reform
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Democratic 2016 Gubernatorial candidate:
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- Fight against unregulated, unlimited campaign money. (Mar 2016)
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Derek Dextraze on Government Reform
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Independent 2016 Gubernatorial candidate:
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- Online voter registration, plus ID at the polls. (Mar 2016)
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Jon Lavoie on Government Reform
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Republican 2016 Gubernatorial candidate:
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- Corporations are buying seats for candidates. (Oct 2015)
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John Lynch on Government Reform
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Democratic NH Governor:
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- Restrinct campaign donations, but not campaign spending. (Nov 2006)
- Vetoed Photo ID for Voting. (Feb 2006)
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Jeanne Shaheen on Government Reform
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Democrat Sr Senator; previously Governor:
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- Introduced legislation to put a woman on the $20 bill. (Apr 2015)
- People's Pledge: Let's limit outside PAC contributions. (Mar 2014)
- Voted YES on Congressional pay raise. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on providing a US House seat for the District of Columbia. (Feb 2009)
- Reforms must respect state's rights to select electors. (Aug 2001)
- Require full disclosure of independent campaign expenditures. (Jul 2012)
- Matching fund for small donors, with debate requirements. (Feb 2013)
- Sponsored bill for election holiday & easier voting access. (Mar 2019)
- Judicially liberal, according to CC survey. (Sep 2020)
- More federal funding for FAA and air traffic control. (Jul 1999)
- Voted YES on two articles of impeachment against Trump. (Feb 2020)
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Craig Benson on Government Reform
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Mark Fernald on Government Reform
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| Former Democratic Governor (until 1996):
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Burt Cohen on Government Reform
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| 2004 former Democratic challenger; state Senator:
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Doris Haddock on Government Reform
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2004 former Democratic challenger:
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- Campaign finance reform would be top priority if elected. (Sep 2004)
- Democracy cannot be hired out. (Aug 2004)
- Pledges to stick to one term, notes Gregg broke same promise. (Jun 2004)
- Democracy is the antidote for corruption. (Oct 2003)
- We need fair voting, good candidates, and good citizens. (Jun 2001)
- Vote against any candidate who supports soft money. (Jan 2000)
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Bill Zeliff on Government Reform
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Republican Former (1994-) (District 1):
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- Limit punitive damages; term limits on Congress. (Sep 1994)
- Government is too big, too intrusive, too easy with money. (Sep 1994)
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Tom Alciere on Government Reform
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2010 GOP challenger (lost primary); formerly State Rep:
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- Remove limits on political campaign funds. (Mar 2010)
- Supports the Doctrine of Enumerated Powers. (Feb 2010)
- Shut down numerous cabinet departments. (Feb 2010)
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Charlie Bass on Government Reform
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Republican Representative (NH-2):
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- Earmarks are abused to fund wasteful pork projects. (Nov 2010)
- Voted NO on requiring photo ID for voting in federal elections. (Sep 2006)
- Voted YES on restricting independent grassroots political committees. (Apr 2006)
- Voted YES on prohibiting lawsuits about obesity against food providers. (Oct 2005)
- Voted YES on limiting attorney's fees in class action lawsuits. (Feb 2005)
- Voted YES on restricting frivolous lawsuits. (Sep 2004)
- Voted YES on campaign finance reform banning soft-money contributions. (Feb 2002)
- Voted NO on banning soft money donations to national political parties. (Jul 2001)
- Voted YES on banning soft money and issue ads. (Sep 1999)
- Subject independent 527s to rules for political committees. (Feb 2005)
- Prohibit non-legislated earmarks. (Jul 2005)
- Ban stock trading based on Congressional insider knowledge. (Nov 2011)
- Limit punitive damages; term limits on Congress. (Sep 1994)
- Government is too big, too intrusive, too easy with money. (Sep 1994)
- Reduce federal government size & scope, including military. (Sep 1998)
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Jim Bender on Government Reform
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2010 Republican Senate Challenger:
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- We don't need more career politicians; impose term limits. (Dec 2009)
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Ken Blevens on Government Reform
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Jeb Bradley on Government Reform
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Republican (District 1):
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- Voted NO on requiring photo ID for voting in federal elections. (Sep 2006)
- Voted YES on restricting independent grassroots political committees. (Apr 2006)
- Voted YES on prohibiting lawsuits about obesity against food providers. (Oct 2005)
- Voted YES on limiting attorney's fees in class action lawsuits. (Feb 2005)
- Voted YES on restricting frivolous lawsuits. (Sep 2004)
- Prohibit non-legislated earmarks. (Jul 2005)
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Judd Gregg on Government Reform
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Republican Sr Senator (NH):
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- Earmarks legitimately direct money to worthy projects. (Oct 2010)
- Earmarks prioritize spending that bureaucrats would miss. (Oct 2010)
- Voted YES on Congressional pay raise. (Jul 2009)
- Voted NO on providing a US House seat for the District of Columbia. (Feb 2009)
- Voted NO on granting the District of Columbia a seat in Congress. (Sep 2007)
- Voted YES on requiring photo ID to vote in federal elections. (Jul 2007)
- Voted YES on allowing some lobbyist gifts to Congress. (Mar 2006)
- Voted NO on establishing the Senate Office of Public Integrity. (Mar 2006)
- Voted NO on banning "soft money" contributions and restricting issue ads. (Mar 2002)
- Voted YES on require photo ID (not just signature) for voter registration. (Feb 2002)
- Voted NO on banning campaign donations from unions & corporations. (Apr 2001)
- Voted YES on funding for National Endowment for the Arts. (Aug 1999)
- Voted NO on favoring 1997 McCain-Feingold overhaul of campaign finance. (Oct 1997)
- Voted YES on Approving the presidential line-item veto. (Mar 1996)
- Voted YES on banning more types of Congressional gifts. (Jul 1995)
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Paul Hodes on Government Reform
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Democrat:
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- $122M in earmarks while in House; pledges none in Senate. (Oct 2010)
- No pay-to-play: earmarks without campaign contributions ok. (Oct 2010)
- Cut Congressional pay by 10% during recession. (Sep 2010)
- Ban earmarks associated with campaign contributions. (Aug 2010)
- Increase individual campaign donation limits. (Nov 2004)
- Voted YES on Senate pay raise. (Jun 2009)
- Voted YES on requiring lobbyist disclosure of bundled donations. (May 2007)
- Voted YES on granting Washington DC an Electoral vote & vote in Congress. (Apr 2007)
- Voted YES on protecting whistleblowers from employer recrimination. (Mar 2007)
- Repeal automatic Congressional pay raises. (Jan 2009)
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Paul Hodes on Government Reform
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Democrat:
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- $122M in earmarks while in House; pledges none in Senate. (Oct 2010)
- No pay-to-play: earmarks without campaign contributions ok. (Oct 2010)
- Cut Congressional pay by 10% during recession. (Sep 2010)
- Ban earmarks associated with campaign contributions. (Aug 2010)
- Increase individual campaign donation limits. (Nov 2004)
- Voted YES on Senate pay raise. (Jun 2009)
- Voted YES on requiring lobbyist disclosure of bundled donations. (May 2007)
- Voted YES on granting Washington DC an Electoral vote & vote in Congress. (Apr 2007)
- Voted YES on protecting whistleblowers from employer recrimination. (Mar 2007)
- Repeal automatic Congressional pay raises. (Jan 2009)
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John Sununu on Government Reform
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Republican Senator; previously Representative (NH-1):
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- Voted NO on granting the District of Columbia a seat in Congress. (Sep 2007)
- Voted NO on requiring photo ID to vote in federal elections. (Jul 2007)
- Voted YES on allowing some lobbyist gifts to Congress. (Mar 2006)
- Voted NO on establishing the Senate Office of Public Integrity. (Mar 2006)
- Voted NO on campaign finance reform banning soft-money contributions. (Feb 2002)
- Voted YES on banning soft money donations to national political parties. (Jul 2001)
- Voted NO on banning soft money and issue ads. (Sep 1999)
- Sponsored bill allowing individual votes on each earmark. (Feb 2006)
- Ensure delivery of absentee ballots for troops overseas. (May 2008)
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Kelly Ayotte on Government Reform
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Republican Jr Senator:
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- Praised Sen. Gregg for earmarks; but pledges against them. (Oct 2010)
- Ban earmarks; Hodes voted for 9,000 of them. (Sep 2010)
- Make Congressional pay "performance-based". (Sep 2010)
- End earmarks; post donations online. (Jul 2010)
- No Pork Pledge: decrease earmarking; increase transparency. (Aug 2010)
- Identify constitutionality in every new congressional bill. (Jul 2010)
- Audit federal agencies, to reform or eliminate them. (Jul 2010)
- Moratorium on all earmarks until budget is balanced. (Jul 2010)
- Matching fund for small donors, with debate requirements. (Sep 2014)
- Public financing of federal campaigns by voter vouchers. (Feb 2015)
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Don Bolduc on Government Reform
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Republican Senate Challenger:
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- Overturn Citizens United decision; prevent dark money. (May 2020)
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John Sununu on Government Reform
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Republican Senator; previously Representative (NH-1):
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- Voted NO on granting the District of Columbia a seat in Congress. (Sep 2007)
- Voted NO on requiring photo ID to vote in federal elections. (Jul 2007)
- Voted YES on allowing some lobbyist gifts to Congress. (Mar 2006)
- Voted NO on establishing the Senate Office of Public Integrity. (Mar 2006)
- Voted NO on campaign finance reform banning soft-money contributions. (Feb 2002)
- Voted YES on banning soft money donations to national political parties. (Jul 2001)
- Voted NO on banning soft money and issue ads. (Sep 1999)
- Sponsored bill allowing individual votes on each earmark. (Feb 2006)
- Ensure delivery of absentee ballots for troops overseas. (May 2008)
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