2020 Presidential Campaign Blog

Pete Buttigieg for America Announces Four New Ads Across Four Early States

Pete for America Announces Four New Ads Across Four Early States

SOUTH BEND, IN –– Today, Pete for America announced four new ads across Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada, and South Carolina ahead of the first caucuses in February.

The four, 30-second ads, set to run across all four states, highlight how Pete will be the president who, on that first day the sun comes up in this country and Donald Trump is no longer President, will work to heal our country’s divides and restore decency and respect to public life.

He will work on the urgent issues that Trump has made worse: getting health care costs down, building an economy that actually values work, tackling climate change, and ending gun violence.

These significant, on-going investments in early states demonstrate our campaign’s momentum heading into Iowa and beyond that first contest. Pete for America was one of the first campaigns to run television ads in Nevada and South Carolina and has already invested $2 million in paid media ahead of the South Carolina primary to continue to introduce voters to Pete in the Palmetto State.

Watch the newest ad “Windshield,” airing in Iowa, HERE.

Read the ad’s full transcript below:

Workers have to work multiple jobs just to hold onto what they’ve got. While corporations making billions of dollars are paying zero in taxes.

I am running to be a president for the guy who’s up early scraping the windshield on his way to the first of his jobs.

For the single mom who is at work keeping an eye on the clock because when her kids are out of school she is worried about whether they’re going to be okay.

That’s why I am running for president.

I’m Pete Buttigieg and I approve this message.

Watch “Only Way,” airing in New Hampshire, HERE.

Read the ad’s full transcript below:

As a veteran, and as a mayor, I've seen what we can achieve when we have each other's backs.

But in today's divided America, we're at each other's throats.

Our rivers and oceans are rising.

Health care costs are soaring, and our kids are learning active shooter drills before they learn to read.

To meet these challenges and to defeat this president, we need real solutions, not more polarization.

I'm Pete Buttigieg, and I approve this message because acting together to conquer these challenges is the only way forward.

Watch “Ready,” airing in Nevada, HERE.

Read the ad’s full transcript below:

We need ideas big enough to meet this moment.

We oughta unify Americans around these solutions or nothing will actually get done.

Medicare for All Who Want It can work in a way that creates that public alternative, gets everybody covered, but unlike the Medicare for All Plan, it doesn’t dictate that to the American people and risk further polarizing them.

Let every American have the choice to walk away from the corporate, private plan but when they’re ready.

That is the way forward.

I’m Pete Buttigieg and I approve this message.

Watch “Heart,” airing Wednesday in South Carolina, HERE.

Read the ad’s full transcript below:

I’m Pete Buttigieg and I approve this message.

Dawn: Manufacturing companies, when they shut down the workforce shuts down.

Michael: The homes were dilapidated and falling and crumbling.

Gladys: I met Pete when he was running for Mayor. What I saw was that he was accessible.

Marilyn: He listened to our community. Mayor Pete is lightyears ahead of some people that have been in politics for many, many years.

Michael: He has a heart for our city and I think he will show the same heart for our country.

Amy Klobuchar Returns to Granite State to Address College Convention 2020 on Tuesday, January 7, 2020

Amy Klobuchar Returns to Granite State to Address College Convention 2020 on Tuesday, January 7, 2020

MANCHESTER, NH — Senator Amy Klobuchar will return to New Hampshire on Tuesday to address College Convention 2020, a quadrennial gathering of politically-engaged students and educators, at the Manchester DoubleTree Hotel on January 7th. This marks Senator Klobuchar’s 21st trip to New Hampshire, where the campaign is seeing a growth in support and momentum in towns and communities across the Granite State.

Tuesday, January 7th:

WHO: Senator Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: Remarks at College Convention 2020
WHEN: Tuesday, January 7th, 2019, 10:30 AM
WHERE: DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown, Pemigewasset Room 700 Elm St, Manchester, NH 03101

Joe Biden for New Hampshire Announces 100 NH Independents for Biden

Biden for New Hampshire Announces 100 NH Independents for Biden

Former Republican Senator Gordon Humphrey and former Republican NH First Lady Dorothy Peterson join independent voters across New Hampshire who believe Joe Biden is the best candidate to defeat President Trump and restore the soul of our nation
Manchester, New Hampshire — Today, Biden for New Hampshire announced NH Independents for Biden, including 100 independents from across the state who believe Joe Biden is the best candidate to defeat President Trump and restore the soul of our nation.

"For the sake of our national security, it’s urgent we replace President Trump in November,” said former Republican U.S. Senator Gordon Humphrey. “President Trump has jeopardized our international alliances, and what we need now more than ever is strong, steady leadership, not government by tantrums and tweets. I am confident that Joe Biden will restore calm and rationality to the White House and rebuild America's standing in the world. I served with Joe Biden for 12 years in the United States Senate. I know him and trust him. No one comes close to his experience or his ability to achieve bi-partisan consensus.”

“President Trump has created chaos, instituted a culture of corruption, debased our nation’s global standing, and frayed our moral and ethical fabric. We cannot allow blind party loyalty to tether us to what we know is wrong,” said former Republican First Lady of New Hampshire Dorothy Peterson. “We must do what is right for future generations and put the United States back on the right track. Joe Biden is the measured voice and steady hand we need to bring stability and unity back to our country.”

"I've voted for Republicans and I've voted for Democrats. Everyone deserves the right to access health care. Those who are fortunate to have employer provided health insurance deserve the option to keep it. Our country needs a leader with a strong moral character. Joe Biden is the leader we need,” said Jed Carpentier, an undeclared voter from Exeter.

These NH Independents for Biden are part of a broader effort by Biden for New Hampshire to speak directly to independent voters over the next six weeks.

The full list of NH Independents for Biden includes:
• Sue Allen, Portsmouth
• David Barry, Strafford
• Peter Beeson, Concord
• Richard Berryman, Concord
• Stephen Birch, Concord
• Claire Black, Nashua
• Cheryl Bonacorsi, Salem
• Bridget Boyd, Fremont
• Robin Bransdorfer, Plymouth
• Jamie Brassill, Manchester
• Paul Brown, Stratham
• Catherine Butterfield, Windham
• Ruth-Anne Calandra, Nashua
• W.L. Carino, Brookline
• D.A. Carino, Brookline
• Jed Carpentier, Exeter
• Kevin Coalter, Derry
• Gerald Coogan, New London
• Jeanne Corbett, Manchester
• Maria Crupi, Londonderry
• Maureen Curran, Nashua
• Joan Doran, New London
• Olivia Dupell, Epping
• Joan Durocher, Manchester
• Keith Ennis, Amherst
• Nancy Farrell, Derry
• Sylvie Forcier, Goffstown
• Angela French, Milford
• Carroll Garnett, Dover
• Nancy Gigliello, Bethlehem
• Diana Griffin, Peterborough
• Margaret Gynan, Derry
• George Haegele, Bedford
• Ronald Hannon, Pelham
• Tammy Hanson, Berlin
• Roger Hargens, Center Ossipee
• Nancy Harper, Manchester
• Judith Hayward, Walpole
• Barbara Hebert, Franklin
• Louise Henderson, Seabrook
• Barbie Holman, Hampton
• Diane Hooper, Northfield
• Andrea Huertas, Laconia
• Gordon Humphrey, Chichester
• "Henry Isaacson, Rochester
• Robert Jezak, Pelham
• James Keenan, Hooksett
• Rene Labranche, Weare
• Kendall Lane, Keene
• Donna Leroy, Derry
• Jo Ellen Lindh D'Ambrosio, Peterborough
• Diane Mancino, Claremont
• Joseph Maraldo, Sunapee
• Melissa Mastin, Stratham
• K.H. McMahon, Concord
• Patrick McMullen, Barrington
• Ron Menard, Tilton
• Ludger Morin, Richmond
• Judith Newcomb, Windham
• William Newcomb, Windham
• Judith O'Heir, North Hampton
• Franklin Palmer, Barrington
• William Palumbo, Derry
• Pamela Patterson, Merrimack
• Maria Perkinson, Nashua
• Dorothy Peterson, Peterborough
• Chris Peterson, Derry
• Laura Peterson, Derry
• Candace Phillips, Rochester
• Kathryn Pitten, Merrimack
• John Proulx, Amherst
• Margaret Pyne, Henniker
• Lawrence Reardon, Portsmouth
• Jon Reeves, Center Ossipee
• Ann Remus, Bedford
• Jeffrey Richard, Thornton
• Todd Rissel, Newmarket
• Martha Robie, Allenstown
• Peter Rossbach, New Castle
• Peter Runstadler, Hanover
• Ryan Russman, Portsmouth
• Peta Ryan, Nashua
• Peter Schwab, New Castle
• Elizabeth Sides, Hopkinton
• Mark Silberman, Strafford
• Claudia Simard, Hanover
• James Smith, Milton Mills
• Terri Spence, Milford
• Roger Stephenson, Stratham
• Peter Sullivan, Manchester
• Janice Jodoin, Nashua
• Scott Swanson, Auburn
• R.E. Tapply, Merrimack
• Bill Tidd, Alton Bay
• Wendy Tillson, Gilford
• Raquel Tomic-Beard, Merrimack
• Joseph Tringali, Nashua
• Cythnia Vienneau, Hudson
• Nancy Weeks, Bedford
• James Zuckerman, New Castle

Michael Bennet to Continue 50 Town Hall Tour of New Hampshire Next Weekend

Michael Bennet to Continue 50 Town Hall Tour of New Hampshire Next Weekend

MANCHESTER, NH — Michael Bennet will continue his 50 town hall tour of New Hampshire next weekend, with stops in Manchester and Bedford. Bennet, who announced his town hall commitment in December, has answered every last question at events in every corner of the Granite State at 30 town halls in the last month.

Bennet has held more events in New Hampshire than any other candidate according to New Hampshire Public Radio’s tracker.

Sunday, January 12

Manchester Town Hall
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: The Spotlight Room, 96 Hanover Street, Manchester, NH

Bedford House Party
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Home of Debby and Michael Fedder, 35 Church Road, Bedford, NH

Monday, January 13

Details to be announced

Elizabeth Warren to Return to New Hampshire on Friday, January 10, 2020

Elizabeth Warren to Return to New Hampshire on Friday, January 10, 2020

Charlestown, MA - On Friday, January 10, Elizabeth Warren will return to the Granite State to host a town hall in Dover and a climate town hall in Milford.

FRIDAY, January 10

Dover Town Hall

11:30 AM ET (doors open), 12:15 PM ET (event begins)

River Mill at Dover Landing
2 Washington Street
Dover, NH 03820

General public can RSVP here. https://www.mobilize.us/warrenfornewhampshire/event/190012/

Climate Town Hall with Elizabeth Warren in Milford

4:00 PM ET (doors open), 5:00 PM ET (event begins)

Hampshire Hills Athletic Club and Event Center
50 Emerson Road
Milford, NH 03055

General public can RSVP here. https://www.mobilize.us/warrenfornewhampshire/event/190042/

Andrew Yang to Campaign in New Hampshire on January 8-12, 2020 *Updated

ANDREW YANG TO CAMPAIGN IN NEW HAMPSHIRE JAN. 8 - 12 *Updated

MANCHESTER, NH — Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang will campaign in New Hampshire Jan. 8-12, visiting 15 communities throughout the state and talking about the need to rewrite the rules of the 21st century economy so they work for everyone. He will host town halls, participate in a climate forum, and launch canvass events during the five-day trip.

See below for a full list of events.

JAN. 8
Manchester Town Hall
To Share Brewing Co.
720 Union St.
Manchester, NH
5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Public RSVP https://www.mobilize.us/yang2020/event/189822/

Merrimack Town Hall
Merrimack High School
38 McElwain St.
Merrimack, NH
7:30 p.m.- 9 p.m.
Public RSVP https://www.mobilize.us/yang2020/event/189080/

JAN. 9
Hudson Town Hall
The White Birch Catering & Banquet Hall
222 Central St.
Hudson, NH
8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Public RSVP https://www.mobilize.us/yang2020/event/181120/

Climate Forum
Durham Unitarian
2-14 Woodman Road
Durham, NH
5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Public RSVP https://www.mobilize.us/yang2020/event/181282/

Portsmouth Town Hall
South Church
292 State St
Portsmouth, NH
7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Public RSVP https://www.mobilize.us/yang2020/event/183268/

JAN. 10
North Conway Meet and Greet
The Metropolitan Coffeehouse
2680 White Mountain Highway
North Conway, NH
9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Public RSVP https://www.mobilize.us/yang2020/event/189824/

Wolfeboro Town Hall
Wolfeboro Town Hall
86 South Main St.
Wolfeboro, NH
2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Public RSVP https://www.mobilize.us/yang2020/event/189825/

Concord Town Hall
Grappone Center
70 Constitution Ave.
Concord, NH
4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Public RSVP https://www.mobilize.us/yang2020/event/189826/

Peterborough Town Hall
Peterborough Town Hall
1 Grove St.
Peterborough, NH
UPDATED TIME: 7p.m. - 8 p.m.
Public RSVP https://www.mobilize.us/yang2020/event/183226/

JAN. 11
Newport Town Hall
Newport Opera House
Newport, NH
9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Public RSVP https://www.mobilize.us/yang2020/event/189827/

Bedford Town Hall
McKelvie Intermediate School (Cafeteria)
108 Liberty Hill Road
Bedford, NH
1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Public RSVP https://www.mobilize.us/yang2020/event/189828/

Hampton Town Hall
Hampton Academy
Room Cafeteria
29 Academy Ave.
Hampton, NH
3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Public RSVP https://www.mobilize.us/yang2020/event/189829/

Dover Town Hall
Dover Town Hall
288 Central Ave.
Dover, NH
5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Public RSVP https://www.mobilize.us/yang2020/event/189830/

JAN. 12
Portsmouth Canvass Launch
545 Lafayette Road
Portsmouth, NH
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Public RSVP https://www.mobilize.us/yang2020/event/181124/

Nashua Canvass Launch
115 Main St. 301
Nashua, NH
12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Public RSVP https://www.mobilize.us/yang2020/event/181125/

Manchester Canvass Launch
489 Amory St.
Manchester, NH
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Public RSVP https://www.mobilize.us/yang2020/event/189831/

Londonderry Town Hall
Londonderry High School
295 Mammoth Road
Londonderry, NH
3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Public RSVP https://www.mobilize.us/yang2020/event/183247/

New Hampshire Representative Sherry Dutzy Endorses Michael Bennet for President

New Hampshire Representative Sherry Dutzy Endorses Michael Bennet for President

NASHUA — New Hampshire State Rep. Sherry Dutzy today endorsed Michael Bennet for President of the United States. Dutzy has represented the Hillsborough 30 district since 2018. She serves on the Committee on Environment and Agriculture.

“Michael Bennet has the ideas, the experience, and the perspective to beat Donald Trump and deliver for the next generation on day one,” said Dutzy. “His progressive, pragmatic plan to enlist American farmers in the fight against climate change will prove that we don’t have to choose between a healthy planet and a strong economy. I’ll be voting for him in February, and I urge all my neighbors and constituents in Nashua to do the same.”

Bennet represents Colorado in the Senate, but he has not spent a lifetime in politics. He turned around failing businesses in the private sector and improved outcomes for kids as superintendent of the Denver Public Schools. Bennet is the only candidate in this race who has won two elections in a swing state. He has released comprehensive, field-leading proposals, including to provide high-quality, affordable health care with a public option, reward hard work, fix our broken political system, and tackle climate change by working with our farmers and ranchers.

Deval Patrick Grows New Hampshire Campaign, Adding New Staff and Office

Deval Patrick grows New Hampshire campaign, adding new staff and office

MANCHESTER, NH — Deval Patrick’s campaign today announced they are growing their New Hampshire campaign with nine staff hires and a campaign office in Manchester. This announcement comes just before Governor Patrick makes his 10th trip to the state this weekend, and plans to spend more time in New Hampshire than any other candidate before the February 11th primary.

“We are thrilled to be growing our campaign in New Hampshire with a group of talented leaders and organizers who all have strong ties to the region,” said Campaign Manager Abe Rakov. “As other campaigns begin to focus elsewhere, we’re going into January with momentum and a commitment to running a campaign that everyone from each and every corner of the Granite State can make their own.”

In addition to State Director Wyatt Ronan, the leadership team announced today is:

Wyatt Ronan - NH State Director
Wyatt has spent many years in New Hampshire working for Democratic candidates and causes, most recently as the New Hampshire Communications Director for Beto O’Rourke’s presidential campaign, and before that as Communications Director for Chris Pappas, both in his Congressional office and throughout his historic 2018 campaign. Wyatt served as the New Hampshire Democratic Party Communications Director in 2017-2018, as a Regional Press Secretary in Ohio for Hillary Clinton in 2016, and as an organizer for President Obama's re-election campaign in New Hampshire in 2012. Additionally, Ronan worked as NextGen Climate's New Hampshire Press Secretary in 2015 and 2016.

Caroline Kimball-Katz - NH Communications Director
Caroline joins the Patrick campaign after nearly five years working for Boston City Council President Andrea Campbell, most recently as Deputy Chief of Staff. Caroline has organized on local and statewide campaigns in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, including for Andrea Campbell, Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey, Hillary Clinton’s 2016 campaign, and President Obama’s 2012 re-election.

Laura Cantwell - NH Organizing Director
Laura is an experienced organizer, and most recently served as South Carolina Upstate Organizing Director for Beto O’Rourke’s presidential campaign. In 2018, Laura managed field operations for Beto O’Rourke’s Senate campaign in Texas. She is a graduate of Northeastern University in Boston.

Samuel Sands - NH Outreach Director
Sam has been active in New Hampshire politics for the last few years while earning his Masters in Community Development Policy from the University of New Hampshire’s Carsey School of Public Policy. Most recently, Sam served as Director of Special Projects for Beto O’Rourke’s presidential campaign in New Hampshire, and worked on Chris Pappas’s Congressional campaign in 2018, conducting policy research, coordinating Latinx voter engagement efforts, and leading large event operations.

In addition to the New Hampshire leadership team, the campaign has hired five New Hampshire organizers and is opening a campaign office in Manchester this weekend.

Tulsi Gabbard Campaign Announces New Year Tour of New Hampshire for January 2-9 2020 *Updated

Tulsi Gabbard Campaign Announces New Year Tour of New Hampshire for January 2—January 9 2020

MANCHESTER, N.H. — Presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard (U.S. Rep, Hawaii) will be continuing her tour of the Granite State during the New Year. Today, she will be hosting a town hall in Epsom. She will also be holding town halls in Warner, Grantham, Hanover, Enfield, Northfield, Concord and attending the NEC College Convention in Manchester.

At every event, Tulsi will discuss her commitment to service above self and she will share her vision of ushering in a future of peace, human dignity and true equality for all.

DETAILS

Public Schedule for Thursday, January 2, 2020

Epsom Town Hall
6:00 pm - 7:30pm
Circle 9 Ranch Bingo Hall
39 Windymere Dr. Epsom, NH 03234

Public Schedule for Friday, January 3, 2020

Warner Town Hall at “Bookends”
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
16 E. Main St, Warner

Public Schedule for Saturday, January 4, 2020

Grantham Town Hall at Farmer’s Table Cafe
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
249 NH-10 N, Grantham

Public Schedule for Sunday, January 5, 2020

Hanover Town Hall at “Top of the Hop”
6:00 pm - 7:45 pm
Hopkins Center for the Arts
4 E Wheelock St, Hanover, NH 037554

Public Schedule for Monday, January 6, 2020

Enfield Town Hall
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Enfield Community Center
308 US-4, Enfield, NH 03748

Public Schedule for Tuesday, January 7, 2020

Tilton Town Hall
6:00pm - 7:30pm
American Legion Post 49
5 Park St, Northfield, NH 03276

Public Schedule for Wednesday, January 8, 2020

Concord Town Hall
7:00pm - 8:30pm
McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center
2 Institute Drive, Concord, NH 03301

Public Schedule for Thursday, January 9, 2020

NEC College Convention
8:45am - 10:00am
Doubletree Hotel
700 Elm Street
Manchester, NH, 03101

New Hampshire State Rep. David Luneau Announces Endorsement of Michael Bennet

NH State Rep. David Luneau Announces Endorsement of Michael Bennet Following NH New Year’s Festivities

CONCORD, NH — New Hampshire State Rep. David Luneau today announced his endorsement of Michael Bennet for President of the United States. The Bennet family joined Rep. Luneau for a tour of downtown Concord on New Year’s Eve and the Hopkinton First Day Hike on New Year’s Day.

Luneau has represented Hopkinton and Concord's Ward 5 (Merrimack District 10) since 2014, and has served 12 years on the Hopkinton School Board. He currently serves as Vice Chair of the House Education Committee.

“No candidate in this race better understands our educational crisis like Michael Bennet—and no candidate has a more comprehensive plan to turn the system around,” said Luneau. “As a former school superintendent, Michael understands that it’s time for our president to put kids first. His focus on durable legislation stands out, and will move New Hampshire and the country forward. He’s a passionate, pragmatic, and progressive advocate for the next generation, and I’ll be proud to stand with him on February 11th.”

Bennet represents Colorado in the Senate, but he has not spent a lifetime in politics. He turned around failing businesses in the private sector and improved outcomes for kids as superintendent of the Denver Public Schools. Bennet is the only candidate in this race who has won two elections in a swing state. He has released comprehensive, field-leading proposals, including to ensure equal must be equal in our education system, provide high-quality, affordable health care with a public option, reward hard work, fix our broken political system, and tackle climate change by working with our farmers and ranchers.