I’ve been in New Hampshire less than 10 months, yet I’ve already pissed off a couple of State Reps. How did I manage to annoy members of the legislature? Good question, and I shall explain.
In December, a State Rep from Keene posted a comment on BlueHampshire.com stating that Free Staters aren’t welcome and that she wants to pass measures to restrict freedoms in hopes that we will leave or be deterred from coming to NH in the first place.
I immediately found out that this State Rep is actually from Rhode Island and has only been in NH for just over 6 years. She’s not the only elected Democrat who isn’t from NH, so it appears there is some hypocrisy over whom, at least in her mind, is “allowed” to come to NH. (more…)
Last month, Cynthia Chase posted on BlueHampshire, “Free Staters are the single biggest threat the state is facing.” She also stated that she wanted to restrict freedoms in hopes that FSP participants leave NH or never move to NH, in the first place. Cynthia Chase’s post has been removed from the BlueHampshire website. However, I was able to get a screenshot of the post before it was removed.
It now appears she’s trying to prevent FSP members from attending NH House proceedings. Cynthia Chase co-sponsored HB-129 which states:
Pursuant to part 2, article 8 of the New Hampshire constitution, the galleries of each house shall be open at all times during legislative sessions except when the welfare of the state requires secrecy. In the case of a disruption, disturbance, emergency, or other condition which makes it unsafe to keep the gallery open, the house or senate shall go into recess until it is safe to continue. Such a recess shall be as short as possible. The availability of live streaming video, television broadcast, or other audiovisual presentation shall not be deemed a substitute for opening the galleries. Nothing in this section shall be construed as preventing law enforcement officers or the sergeant at arms from excluding dangerous or disruptive individuals, or from preventing entrance to the galleries when they are filled to capacity. (emphasis added)
Since we know that Rep. Chase considers FSP members a “threat to the state” will she use this legislation to prevent any FSP member from attending Legislative sessions?
On January 3, I went to the NH State House Open House to test the new rule that prohibits weapons in certain areas of the building. I was NOT violating the rule, however I was open-carrying something that appeared to be a firearm.
In the hour I was there, I was in the gallery for nearly half an hour. I wanted to walk onto the House floor, but it was blocked off due to performances or various choirs. I also walked around most parts of the State House. (more…)
On December 26, 2012 I wanted to extend some holiday cheer to some people who may have otherwise had a bad day, due to a parking ticket from the “Parking Enforcer.”
In roughly 1 hour, I save 14 people from parking tickets, which equates to $70 of “lost revenue” for the City of Keene. For more information on Robin Hooding, visit http://RobinHood.FreeKeene.com
On November 21, 2012 I delivered the following letter to Keene Attorney Tom Millins regarding RSA339:22 relating to the appointment of an Inspector of Petroleum, Naptha & Illuminating Oil.
City Attorney Thomas P. Mullins
City of Keene, NH
Legal Department
3 Washington Street
Keene, NH 03431
RE: Demand Letter
Tom Mullins,
We have spoken twice regarding my concerns about the City of Keene being out of compliance with RSA 339:22. When we last spoke you said that I should go to the New Hampshire General Court about this statute, as in your opinion the law was out-dated.
The New Hampshire General Court has had ample opportunity to amend RSA 339:22 since its original enactment in 1873. The General Court being unwilling to repeal the law in question for the last 139-years indicates a stern commitment to safe oil-lamp usage.
I request that you instruct the Keene City Council to comply with RSA 339:22. Failure of the City to swiftly move into compliance with RSA 339:22 will result in my requesting a Writ of Mandamus in the Cheshire County Superior Court.
Please do the right thing and comply with the law.
When I first decided to run for Cheshire County Register of Deeds, I had one goal: unseat a 19-term incumbent. I sought and received endorsements from both libertarians and progressives. After realizing there would not be any candidates forums, I put together an event and invited 27 candidates for various offices – video of that event can be seen here.
After Anna Tilton entered the race, I realized that my chances of winning diminished greatly and I added a second goal: receive more votes than the margin of victory.
I can happily say that both goals were met. The Keene Sentinel reports Anna Tilton won with 17,826 votes (48.2%), Evelyn Hubal 16,239 votes (43.9%) and I got 2,906 votes (7.9%).
I’d like to thank everyone who supported me, donated time and/or money to my campaign and to those who decided to vote for me on election day.
On January 3, I went to the NH State House Open House to test the new rule that prohibits weapons in certain areas of the building. I was NOT violating the rule, however I was open-carrying something that appeared to be a firearm.
