Belknap County Democrats

Doris "Granny D" Haddock Celebrates Her Birthday

Four days after turning 100, Doris "Granny D" Haddock celebrated at the New Hampshire Statehouse with Governor John Lynch and a host of friends and officials. [ More Photographs ]

Doris 'Granny D' Haddock honored at NH State House (NECN: Lauren Collins, Concord, NH) - A decade ago Doris "Granny D" Haddock walked across the country to raise awareness for campaign finance reform.

"I walked as a pilgrim walking until given shelter, fasting until given food and I never went without either."

One of her proudest moments came in 2002 when the McCain-Feingold act was signed into law, "and Granny D was hailed in the senate at the time of passage," notes New Hampshire Governor John Lynch.

But just days before her hundredth birthday, all of her efforts seemed to come undone as the U.S. Supreme Court last week removed restraints on the influence both for and non profit companies can wield over political campaigns. [ More ]

Belknap County Dems Begin Town Officer Elections

Belknap County town Democrats will be holding town meetings to elect officers to each town's Democratic Committee. Every two years, an election is held to name Democratic Committee officers for the 11 Belknap County towns.

"Starting with the local level, we stand our best chance to have the workforce and energy to elect and re-elect Democrats at every level, so we count these meetings as important. If a Democrat stays home other times of the year, this is one time to please come out and engage with your party," says Lynn Chong, Belknap County Democratic Committee Chair.

All Democrats are urged to participate in their local caucus. Meetings are still to be scheduled for Alton, Barnstead, Gilford, Laconia, New Hampton, and Tilton.

Belknap County Democrats' Summit on November 15, 2009

The Belknap County Democrats' County Summit was held at the Gilford Public Library on November 15. Gilford resident Mary Frost received the 2008 Belknap County Grassroots Activist Award from District 4 State Senator Kathleen Sgambati. Belknap County Chair, Lynn Chong, and N.H. Democratic Party Chair Ray Buckley look on.

Democrats set sights on another victory

By GAIL OBER
November 16, 2009

State Democratic Party Chair Ray Buckley and Sen. Maggie Hassan were among the party notables who addressed Belknap County Democrats at the Gilford Public Library on Sunday. [ More from The Citizen ]

3rd Annual Doris "Granny D" Haddock Evening

The Belknap County Democratic Committee held their third annual Doris "Granny D" Haddock Evening on September 3, 2009 at the Steele Hill Resort in Sanbornton, New Hampshire.

150+ Democrats gathered to celebrate Granny D in her 100th year of active life.
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Congressman Paul Hodes to hold reception in Meredith, August 30

Join Congressman Paul Hodes at a reception at Chase House, Mill Falls on August 30, 5:30 P.M. [ Invitation ]

Sanbornton Old Home Day - July 18th Parade

Governor Lynch signs Senate Bill No. 159. This bill establishes the position of director of broadband technology planning and development in the department of resources and economic development. Sponsoring Senator Deb Reynolds (District 2 ) looks on.

Congressman Paul Hodes and Peggo Hodes join Belknap County Democrats in Laconia - July 4th Parade