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In Missouri, The People Have Spoken

The people of Missouri say ‘no’ to Obamacare

 Yesterday the people of Missouri went to the polls, and an overwhelming 71% of them said “No” to Obamacare. “We the people” have spoken, but once again it falls on deaf ears. Jack Kimball, candidate for Governor of New Hampshire, celebrates the victory in Missouri, but also realizes that the fight is long from being won. 

 “This is not just a 10th Amendment issue, but a matter of whether the ‘consent of the governed’ has been granted. The people of Missouri do not consent, nor do the people of New Hampshire consent. This is the beginning of the fight and it is time for New Hampshire to join,” proclaimed Kimball. “But sadly, Gov. Lynch will let this travesty take effect in New Hampshire, admitting that he has all but surrendered to the false belief that a far off, detached, centralized bunch of elitists know what is best for the people of Plymouth, Salem, Moultonborough or Rochester…outrageous!”

 “Now is the time to not only defend what our Founding Fathers handed down to us, but what the original representatives of New Hampshire expected when they crafted two of the greatest Constitutions,” commented Kimball. “The New Hampshire Constitution is, what many feel, a stronger Constitution, even more so than the U.S. Constitution. When I am governor, I will fight such oppressive federal legislation with the one-two punch of the 10th Amendment (U.S. Constitution) and Article 7 (State Sovereignty) of the New Hampshire Constitution, and I will fight hard for the rights of every New Hampshire citizen.”

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Lynch Ignores His Constitutional Obligation

Lynch Vetoes Gun Sales Bill

“[Art.] 2-a. [The Bearing of Arms.] All persons have the right to keep and bear arms in defense of themselves, their families, their property and the state.”

There can be no doubt that New Hampshire enjoys the strongest Constitution of any other state, and many feel the New Hampshire Constitution is superior to the U.S. Constitution.  Article 2-a is an example of how New Hampshire got it right on the matter of an individual’s right to bear arms. Gov.  Lynch had an opportunity to strengthen New Hampshire’s commitment to legal gun ownership, but sadly Gov. Lynch has sided against individual liberty once again.

“I am confused. Gov. Lynch was presented with a bill that had overwhelming bipartisan support , and would have ensured New Hampshire’s gun laws were uniformly applied, and he sided with the special interests…I guess I shouldn’t be surprised,” stated Jack Kimball, New Hampshire gubernatorial candidate.  “What is more interesting is that the bill’s sponsor (Democratic State Rep. Dan Eaton) believes this to be a ‘wasted veto.’”

“The nature of this bill is simple to understand,” explained Kimball.  “Right now, each city and town can interpret the licensing laws to fit their narrow understanding of the process (yes, politics are involved). Citizens are at the whim of the personalities of a local police department instead of a uniform state law that is equally applied to all, and is also easily verified.”

“In the Union Leader report on the veto, I was glad to hear that Bedford Police Chief David Baily, who supported the veto, stressed his support for the 2nd Amendment, but the 2nd Amendment is irrelevant in this regard. Chief Baily and Gov.  Lynch should have been looking to the NH Constitution first! This bill would have clearly made the process of legal gun ownership less confusing and easier to maintain, and would have ensured the defense of Article 2-a of the New Hampshire Constitution,” commented Kimball.

“Gov.  Lynch had a chance to uphold his Constitutional duty, and once again Gov.  Lynch let us down.”

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Jack Kimball’s Response to Gov. Lynch Signing Budget Plan

The following is a statement by Jack Kimball, candidate for NH Governor, on the recently passed state budget plan.

“It is unfortunate that Governor Lynch continued his support of the fiscal irresponsibility permeating from Concord. The people of NH are tired of ‘budgeting’ gimmicks such as counting non-guaranteed Medicare money,  the selling of NH assists from one department to another, ‘saving’ millions by delaying payment on loan bonds.”
“I  find it interesting that that Governor Lynch claims to be concerned about the poor of New Hampshire yet would prose a 20 cent tax increase on cigarettes, which only serves to hurt lower income people. More baffling is how Governor Lynch, Sylvia Larsen and Teri Norelli can stand in front of the citizens of New Hampshire and call this a ‘balance budget.’ The last time we saw this kind of ‘accounting trickery,’ Al Capone was in charge of the books, and Elliott Ness was about to become a national hero.”


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New Hampshire Citizens Want to Know – Where’s the Transparency, Governor?
On May 15-16, 2010, the extremely partisan organization Political OutGiving held a conference in Chicago.  The conference was, essentially, liberal candidates for office soliciting donations. One of the attendees, Governor John Lynch, has New Hampshire citizens wondering why their governor chose to hide his attendance from his constituents.
Jack Kimball, a small business owner and candidate for NH Governor, has a lot of questions for Gov. Lynch. New Hampshire deserves answers. “Were public funds used to attend the event? What issues were discussed? Did Governor Lynch make any commitments to the attendees, and what were they?  And above all, why all the secrecy?”
A story reported by the Washing Blade on May 27 described the event:
“Political OutGiving started in 2006 when hundreds of donors contributed around $3 million to targeted campaigns aimed at protecting or increasing the number of pro-LGBT supporters in state legislatures. Political OutGiving similarly engaged in elections in 2008 and will be involved in campaigns in 2010.”
Jack Kimball responded: “Look, candidates have a right to meet with anyone they want, and accept donations (providing they are legal) from groups in support of their campaigns; but the people of New Hampshire deserve transparency in sources of campaign funds. It is important for the people of New Hampshire to trust that their representatives are accepting money from individuals and groups that have the best interest of New Hampshire at heart, but sneaking behind closed doors is not the New Hampshire way…..unless you are Governor Lynch.”
It appears the whole purpose of this conference was to give specific donors access to sitting Governors, as well as other legislators, without the public finding out. Now, Governor Lynch needs to own up: to whom does he ultimately report–secret campaign donors, or the New Hampshire people?
Continued Kimball: “…also, considering the public position and statements made by Lynch against gay marriage prior to the passage of  New Hampshire’s gay marriage bill, I find it a little distressing that suddenly Governor Lynch is sneaking off to beg for more money.  Where do his loyalties rest…with the people of New Hampshire or with carpet bagging groups willing to dump millions of outside dollars into New Hampshire.”


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Governor Lynch and the Democratic Party Play With Your Free Speech Rights

Proving once again that the they view the US Constitution and the NH Constitution are nothing more than a suggestion, the current leadership in the New Hampshire House, Senate and Executive Office have mounted a full-fledged attack on freedom of speech.

State Senator Maggie Hassan’s assault on free speech came in the form of an amendment to HB 1449 that would require businesses and non-profits to register with the State before they can engage in political speech.

“I am speechless, but if this proposed amendment to HB 1449 passes, I guess we will all be literally ‘speechless,’” say Jack Kimball, candidate for Governor.

“This is just another charade by the Democrats to gain control of law-making in New Hampshire. They don’t like what other groups have to say, so they are trying to regulate their right to speak. This is not how democracy works,” says Kimball.

“Worse still,” Kimball points out, “is the arrogant boasting by NH Democratic Party’s legal counsel, Kathy Sullivan, in an e-mail where she outlined her revisions to the amendment. These revisions to the amendment would limit any adverse effects for groups that have a long history of supporting the pet causes of the Democratic Party.”

“Senator Maggie Hassan’s actions are not only completely unconstitutional, but frankly,  are nothing more than a blatantly childish political tantrum,” Kimball commented.  “It appears that King Lynch is now the anointed leader of a trio of tyrants (Kathy Sullivan, Maggie Hassan, and Terie Norelli), who are not satisfied with just trying to take away our 2nd Amendment rights, but now they want silence any opposing voices.  It is very disheartening when our elected representatives decide that party politics are more important than the individual rights of the very people they have sworn to represent. The day of reckoning is coming, and the people of New Hampshire will speak loud and clear.”

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Arizona to the Whitehouse: “Do Your Job!”; Kimball Applauds Arizona Governor Brewer

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Jack Kimball, candidate for New Hampshire Governor, congratulates the Governor of Arizona, Jan Brewer, for her recent pushback against the White House (in response to President Obama’s administrations ill-informed criticism of the recently passed Arizona Immigration law), when Governor Brewer proclaimed to President Obama – “Do your job!”

“Bravo to Governor Brewer, what a breath of fresh air to see a person of Governor Brewer’s strong moral character standing up for the people who elected her.  As America watched members of the Obama administration parade before the cameras and mischaracterized the integrity of the Arizona law, it came as little surprise to many that these disconnected elitists within the
Obama Administration didn’t even read the law!” stated Kimball.

“This is just another example of why we are in need of a sea change across this country, one that will come this November.  But more importantly, this demonstrates why we need strong leadership in the corner office of each and every State, especially here in New Hampshire.  I have little doubt that had John Lynch been the chief executive of Arizona, the will of the people would have been ignored, and John Lynch would have surrendered to the force of a far off distant power.”  declared Kimball.

“But hey, if John Lynch was Governor of Arizona, it would be better for New Hampshire. But I would not wish Lynch on any other State”

Jack Kimball applauds the leadership demonstrated by Governor Brewer, and pledges to exhibit the same type of fortitude if elected the next Governor of New Hampshire.

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Kimball Outraged Over Treatment of World War Two Veteran Joe LeVangie

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Joe LeVangie, 88, answered the call of his country as a young man, and served with honor in the U.S. Navy during World War Two.  Mr. LeVangie has asked for very little in return for his service, but one such request was the right to fly the flag of the country from his home.  Sadly, this simple request was been met with resistance from some of his neighbors.

“This is outrageous, to think that a person who served his country would be slapped in the face for merely wanting to fly the American flag, it is beyond disappointing, it is a wound committed against all those that have served their country as Mr. LeVangie did.” – commented Jack Kimball, candidate for New Hampshire Governor.

Kimball, a U.S. Navy veteran himself, expressed his pride in the strength demonstrated by Mr. LeVangie.  “I stand with my brother and fellow New Hampshirite, and believe that Mr. LeVangie is a true representation of that Granite State spirit that has made our State so great, and if there were ever a time a person who lived by the words of our State motto “Live Free or Die; Death is Not The Worst of Evils,” certainly Mr. LeVangie actions stands head-and-shoulders above others.”

Kimball is pleased that an agreement was reached to allow Mr. LeVangie to fly the American flag, but knows it should not have gone as far as it did. “This is just another example of a lack of commonsense that seems to be permeating our State and our country. It is my hope that a lesson was learned, and that an incident such as this is not repeated. But if history does repeat itself, I know that there will be another Joe LeVangie out there who will stand up for his State and Country, because Joe is just one example of the type of people New Hampshire produces.”

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Unveiling of Memorial for Slain New Hampshire Police Officer Delayed Due To Governor’s Busy Schedule

In 1891, Strafford County Deputy Sheriff Charles Smith died after being shot by a horse thief. Members of Smith’s posse beat the suspect and spoke of lynching him, but the wounded Smith ordered them to bring him to jail instead.  Deputy Sheriff Smith was the first New Hampshire Law Enforcement Officer killed in the line of duty.

Deputy Sheriff Smith died as he had lived, a hero.  So it is fitting that New Hampshire honor Deputy Smith’s service to his community.   A bill to honor Deputy Sheriff Smith was introduced by Rochester Representative Julie Brown. The bill would show New Hampshire’s gratitude for Deputy Smith’s sacrifice by renaming Route 202 on his behalf.  The bill passed with ease, and after a delay, was signed by Governor Lynch.

Through the continued efforts of Rep. Julie Brown, Strafford Country Sheriff Wayne Estee, and Deputy Sheriff Paul Rowe, a memorial plaque was finally created (all from private funds) and planted a little less than a year ago.  And, where would this memorial be you might ask?  It is planted in its designated spot along Route 202, covered in plastic waiting its unveiling.   The reason for the delay? Governor Lynch has been unable to find time in his schedule to honor a fallen hero. Governor Lynch believes that he might be able to attend an unveiling sometime in July!

Navy veteran Jack Kimball, candidate for New Hampshire Governor, knows that this is not only unacceptable, but disgraceful.  “This is not about politics, it is about honoring the ultimate sacrifice of a fallen New Hampshire Officers-” stated Kimball.  “Deputy Sheriff Smith was not only shot in the line of duty, but his dying actions were to ensure the safety of the very criminal that shot him! That is the definition of heroism.”

Kimball believes that “Governor Lynch has his priorities all wrong.  Deputy Smith has waited long enough, and Governor Lynch should make every effort to recognize Deputy Smith by holding a ceremony during Memorial Day weekend.” Kimball believes that it would be a fitting tribute to one of New Hampshire finest.

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Report Shows New Hampshire Recovery Slow, But New Hampshire Can Do Better

The New Hampshire Center for Public Policy Studies (NHCPPS) recently released their report on the state of the New Hampshire economy.  Although NHCPPS believes that New Hampshire was “stumbling towards the light,” little comfortable can be found in the fact that New Hampshire has lost an additional 28,000 jobs under the Lynch administration, a direct result of the anti-business legislation passed by the Democratically controlled House and Senate.

Jack Kimball, small-business owner and candidate for Governor of New Hampshire, agrees with the report that “small businesses in New Hampshire are leading the state’s recovery efforts;” and Kimball believes that small-business is the key to the New Hampshire advantage.   However, poor fiscal management and deceit spending, at the hands of Governor Lynch, Speaker Norelli, and Senate President Larson, have created a climate of uncertainty.  Kimball believes that “such a climate is not contusive with establishing an “atmosphere of success;” an atmosphere needed for the entrepreneurial engine of New Hampshire to run on all pistons.

Kimball believes that the 4.5% of additional job lost since 2007 is not only unacceptable, but could have been avoided if Gov. Lynch had provided leadership instead of allowing the NH House and the NH Senate spend the State to the brink of bankruptcy .  This lack of leadership in the most current Lynch term is as much too blame for an additional 28,000 people losing their jobs as any other factor.

Uncertainty, poor leadership, and fiscal malfeasance make for a poor business environment.  Combine this with over 40 new fees and taxes (which were signed into law by Gov. Lynch), which include the devastating Lynch LLC tax, and you have the perfect storm for destroying jobs.

Kimball is also concerned with the part of the report that stated the expected recovery of the jobs lost under Lynch’s watch might happen sometime in the year “2012.” Kimball believes that this would be disastrous for New Hampshire families.  “To believe that the citizens of New Hampshire will have to wait until 2012 just to return to pre-2007 employment numbers is foolish” stated Kimball. Kimball knows that with the policies he is proposing, and with the help of legislative and executive branch that are supportive of small-business, that record employment is achievable by 2012.

“With New Hampshire businesses (who employ less than 50 people) accounting for upwards of 75% of job creation, the only thing standing in their way is stifling government policies” stated Kimball.  “Under my watch, we will get the hell out of the way of small-business, and let them get back to what they do best…..create jobs!”

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Lynch Leads NH to Taxes and Big Government: Fact-Checking Gov. Lynch’s First TV Ad

It seems like Gov. Lynch’s campaign team forgot to fact check their first television ad. While launching the Governor’s 4th election campaign is a big deal, presenting New Hampshire with the whole truth should matter more. Here’s the truth behind the Governor’s record. (All quotes from the TV ad.)

“He’s taken action to put people back to work and help small businesses.”


Worst unemployment rate since 1993: New Hampshire’s unemployment rate has almost doubled since Gov. Lynch took office (4% to 7.3%). The rate is at a fifteen year high, currently the highest since 1993. US Bureau of Labor Statistics


Gov. Lynch Taxes Small Businesses: John Lynch and the Democratic Legislature have increased taxes on small businesses by 13.5%. http://www.nhgop.org/pages/detail/77 The LLC tax increased the tax rolls by 20,000 people–all affiliated with their own LLCs or partnerships, all paying taxes when the previously did not. Seacoast Online

“He’s cut spending and kept our taxes the second lowest in the nation.”


State Spending: Whatever ‘cuts’ Gov. Lynch claims have not reduced overall spending, but rather cut aid to cities and towns, forcing them to raise property taxes or make their own cuts. This is not leadership, it’s throwing the problem over the wall. Moreover, since Gov. Lynch took office, overall state and local spending has risen by roughly 25%. By almost every possible measure, the state’s general fund spending has increased well above the inflation rate every time Gov. Lynch signs a budget. 10% increase proposed in 2009 17% increase in 2008-2009


Taxes: According to the Tax Foundation, New Hampshire has always had one of the lowest combined tax burdens in the country. For the past five years, Gov. Lynch has simply kept the pace of tax growth in New Hampshire at the national average. Looking deeper, we see New Hampshire’s business tax burden at 11th highest in the country and property taxes at 3rd highest in the country. By pushing the burden of paying for state mandates down to cities and towns, Gov. Lynch has worsened the property tax situation. By adding 20,000 businesses to the business tax scheme through his LLC tax, Gov. Lynch has subjected more of New Hampshire to the 11th highest business tax rate in the country.

“Understanding the real needs of the people he represents.”


We didn’t elect Governor Lynch to raise taxes on businesses and shovel spending mandates to our cities and towns. He said he wouldn’t… we made the mistake of believing him.




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