Well, here we are in 2004, an important election
year. On November 2nd, Somersworth citizens will vote for a
President, a U.S. Senator, a U.S. Representative, a Governor,
a State Senator, and five (5) State Representatives. So it's
an exciting and important time!
For President, it's President Bush versus U.S.
Senator John Kerry of Massachusetts. "Granny D" Haddock
takes on U.S. Senator Judd Gregg, the incumbent. In the First
Congressional District of New Hampshire, it'll be U.S. House
Representative Jeb Bradley looking to retain his seat. He will
face a primary opponent, and then, if successful, go against
the Democratic nominee.
At the state level, Governor Craig Benson looks
for a second two-year term as two Democratic opponents battle
each other. Senate District 6 voters from Barrington, Madbury,
Nottingham, Rochester, and Somersworth will choose between incumbent
Senator Dick Green and Democratic challenger Marlene DeChane.
Somersworth and Rollinsford folks will have to fill five (5)
seats for State Representative with eight (8) candidates in
play. They are: incumbent Roger Berube, incumbent Richard Heon,
former Representative Dana Hilliard, Tim Logsdon (the only Republican
in the race), Michael Rollo of Rollinsford, incumbent Clair
Snyder, Dale Sprague, and former Representative Francis Vincent.
The Strafford County district that includes Somersworth, District
2, is smaller now, with just the two communities in the set.
The old district, District 67, had 14 seats from several communities,
including Somersworth.
If you will be at least 18 years old by November
2nd, I urge you to ensure you're registered to vote. Then, cast
your ballot on Election Day. Participatory democracy is nothing
to be taken for granted. One vote can make a difference!
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Andrew Johnson
