“New Hampshire’s financial situation is likely to be very different in the future,” Stephen said. “We need people on the council who will look over state contracts carefully, people who are fiscally responsible — not looking at taxpayers as piggy banks.”
For Granite State political insiders, Stephen’s decision to enter the race is the biggest news since Bob Burns — the GOP’s 2022 nominee in the Second Congressional District — chose to pass on another run for Congress and enter the Executive Council race.
“Today, the council race got serious,” said Greg Moore, regional director of Americans For Prosperity. “With a player the caliber of John Stephen getting in, you know there are going to be real resources brought to bear. It raises the race to another level.”
NHJournal “John Stephen Joins Crowded Field in Executive Council 4 GOP Primary” 4/16/2024
