You are welcome to include my name.
Anna Goulet Zimmerman
On 7/12/2018 5:59 PM, Vivadofamily (Redacted sender vivadofamily for
DMARC) wrote:
Here are two versions I am going to submit, borrowing some wording from both Sarah and Cathy, if they don't mind. One is longer at 350 words for Bedford's two weekly papers - Bedford Journal and Bedford Bulletin. If they make it in, the paper isn't published until mid-week next week and most people get it Thursday/Friday - hopefully not too late. Also, I plan to submit a shorter version that is 250 words to the Union Leader. Both versions are below.
Best,
Katy Cutshall
Vice Chair, Bedford Democrats
*_350 Words (Bedford Bulletin and Bedford Journal):_*
Last Thursday, New Hampshire's Supreme Court released their advisory opinion that HB 1264 is constitutional.
HB 1264 is a voter suppression bill - a poll tax that would violate the rights of eligible voters legitimately living in-state on a temporary basis (like college students, medical residents, and military personnel) through new regulations. These hurdles will discourage voters who do not have the time or money to comply. Voter laws should encourage voters to show up at the polls, not place unnecessary impediments in their paths. High voter turnout is good for a strong democracy. WMUR reported on May 29th, "An exhaustive review by state election officials, including a first-time comparison of voter information shared with 27 other states, has turned up virtually no evidence of possible voter fraud in New Hampshire." This bill is unfounded and unnecessary.
Just because something is constitutional does not mean that it is right. HB 1264's passage would be harmful to voters' rights. Limiting the ability to vote by means of unwarranted obstacles is WRONG.
Governor Sununu now faces a decision: sign or veto this voter suppression bill, HB 1264. Last year, Sununu said he would “never support anything that would suppress the student vote.” Despite this promise, Sununu recently hinted that the bill would be “hard not to sign” if the NH Supreme Court ruled it constitutional. Considering his long record of promoting and supporting voter fraud lies, it’s really no surprise that Sununu leans towards signing it. This week, voters in New Hampshire will see whether Sununu will keep his promise to college students.
HB 1264 will pervert what should be free and fair elections. As the governor with veto powers, Sununu can do whatever he desires. If he cares about democracy and the rights of individuals, Sununu must VETO HB 1264. If he is against voter suppression, Sununu must VETO HB 1264. If he wishes to keep his promise to young voters, Sununu must VETO HB 1264.
Please call Governor Sununu (603-271-2121) today and urge him to say NO to voter suppression by vetoing HB 1264, before it is too late.
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*_250 Words (Union Leader):_*
On Thursday, New Hampshire's Supreme Court released their opinion that HB 1264 is constitutional.
HB 1264 is a voter suppression bill - a poll tax that would violate the rights of voters legitimately living in-state on a temporary basis (like college students, medical residents, and military personnel) through new regulations aimed to discourage voters who don't have the time or money to comply. Voter laws should encourage voters, not place unnecessary hurdles in their paths. High voter turnout is good for a strong democracy. WMUR reported on May 29th, "An exhaustive review by state election officials...has turned up virtually no evidence of possible voter fraud in New Hampshire." This bill is unfounded and unnecessary.
Just because something is constitutional does not mean that it is right. Limiting the ability to vote by means of unwarranted obstacles is WRONG.
Governor Sununu now faces a decision: sign or veto this voter suppression bill, HB 1264. Last year, Sununu said he would “never support anything that would suppress the student vote.” Voters in New Hampshire will see whether Sununu keeps his promise.
With veto powers, Sununu can do whatever he wants. If he cares about democracy and the rights of individuals, Sununu must VETO HB 1264. If he is against voter suppression, Sununu must VETO HB 1264. If he wishes to keep his promise to young voters, Sununu must VETO HB 1264.
Call Governor Sununu (603-271-2121) today and urge him to say NO to HB 1264, before it is too late.
-----Original Message-----
From: Cathy Lanigan <clanigan@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: hillsboroughnhdemocrats <hillsboroughnhdemocrats@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Thu, Jul 12, 2018 1:22 pm
Subject: [HillsboroughNHDems] Re: Voter Suppression LTEs!
Hello!
I just sent the following to the Ledger Transcript:
On Thursday, the New Hampshire Supreme Court released their advisory opinion that HB 1264 is constitutional.
HB 1264 is a modern day polling tax - a voter suppression bill that would violate the rights of college-aged students by disenfranchising those who do not have the time or the money to comply with the new regulations. The sole purpose of a poll tax is to limit the ability of our citizens to vote, and it is WRONG.
Governor Sununu is now faced with a decision: sign or veto the voter suppression bill, HB 1264. Later this week, young voters across the state will see whether Governor Sununu will keep his promise to them. Late last year, Sununu said he “hates” this modern day poll tax and that he would “never support anything that would suppress the student vote.” Despite this promise, the governor recently hinted that the bill would be “hard not to sign” if the NH Supreme Court ruled it constitutional.
Sununu needs to show us that he is NOT in favor of voter suppression. Sununu needs to keep the promise he made to young voters last year and VETO HB 1264.
Historical and contemporary examples teach us that just because something is constitutional does not mean that it is right. Regardless of what the court says, it is clear to see that its passage is harmful and immoral. A recent example of a bad constitutional law is the Patriot Act. The Patriot Act allowed the government to spy on American citizens without their consent or their knowledge. The law is constitutional and it we can all agree it was also a terrible piece of legislation.
A bill’s constitutionality does not determine its moral correctness. The Supreme Court’s decision that HB1264 is constitutional does not mean that is should be signed into law. It will pervert what should be a free and fair election cycle.
Plain and simple, HB 1264 is not fair to younger eligible voters. Governor Sununu is our governor, he can do whatever he wants and if he care about the rights of individuals and about democracy, he should most certainly VETO it.
Please call Governor Sununu today (603) 271-2121 today and urge him to say NO to HB 1264, before it is too late.
On Jul 12, 2018, at 12:57 PM, Honey Hastings
<honeyhastings@xxxxxxxxxxxxx <mailto:honeyhastings@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>>
wrote:
It would be good to hear what paper each volunteer has sent it to.
Some papers (incl. P-boro Ledger) have a 300 word limit. Here is a
version with 299 words:
Later this week, young voters across the state will see whether
Governor Sununu keeps his promise to them when he will finally
decide to either sign or veto the voter suppression bill, HB 1264.
Late last year, Sununu said he “hates” this modern day poll tax
and that he would “never support anything that would suppress the
student vote.” Despite this promise, the governor hinted that the
bill would be “hard not to sign, to be honest” if the NH Supreme
Court would do what it just did, ruling HB 1264 as constitutional.
Even though the Supreme Court deemed this bill constitutional,
Sununu must still veto this bill. Historical and contemporary
examples teach us that just because something is constitutional
does not mean that it is right. It is clear to see that its
passage is harmful and immoral.
The sole purpose of a poll tax is to limit the electorate and
stack the cards in the favor of politician holding office. Such a
practice is an affront to ethics, but then again, the governor has
shown that ethics is not a concern in his administration. Siding
with special interests, nominating his unqualified cronies to
significant positions, and failing to swiftly condemn harmful
policies and rhetoric of President Trump are just some pieces of
evidence that highlight the governor’s disregard for doing the
right thing. And after looking at his long and storied record
promoting and supporting voter fraud lies, it’s really no surprise
that Governor Sununu is leaning towards signing it.
The Governor has shown that he will only ignore the advice of his
corporate sponsors when he it is politically expedient. Vetoing
this unfair bill is right choice. Call Governor Sununu today (603)
271-2121 and urge him to veto HB 1264. Call today, before it’s
too late.
*From:*hillsboroughnhdemocrats-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
<mailto:hillsboroughnhdemocrats-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
[mailto:hillsboroughnhdemocrats-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx]*On Behalf
Of*Sarah Guggenheimer
*Sent:*Thursday, July 12, 2018 12:19 PM
*To:*hillsboroughnhdemocrats@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
<mailto:hillsboroughnhdemocrats@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
*Subject:*[HillsboroughNHDems] Re: Voter Suppression LTEs!
Hi Katy!
Thanks so much. Here's a draft for you to look over. Please let me
know if you'd like any help submitting it to your local paper.
Sarah
Later this week, young voters across the state will see whether
Governor Sununu keeps his promise to them when he will finally
decide to either sign or veto the voter suppression bill, HB 1264.
Late last year, Sununu said he “hates” this modern day poll tax
and that he would “never support anything that would suppress the
student vote.” Despite this promise, the governor hinted that the
bill would be “hard not to sign, to be honest” if the NH Supreme
Court would do what it just did, ruling HB 1264 as constitutional.
Even though the Supreme Court deemed this bill constitutional,
Sununu must still veto this bill. Historical and contemporary
examples teach us that just because something is constitutional
does not mean that it is right. Regardless of what the court says,
it is clear to see that its passage is harmful and immoral.
The sole purpose of a poll tax is to limit the electorate and
stack the cards in the favor of politician holding office. Such a
practice is an affront to ethics, but then again, the governor has
shown that ethics is not a concern in his administration. Siding
with special interests, nominating his unqualified cronies to
significant positions, and failing to swiftly condemn harmful
policies and rhetoric of President Trump are just some pieces of
evidence that highlight the governor’s disregard for doing the
right thing. And after looking at his long and storied record
promoting and supporting voter fraud lies, it’s really no surprise
that Governor Sununu is leaning towards signing it.
Because a bill’s constitutionality does not determine its moral
rightness, the Supreme Court’s decision that HB1264 is
constitutional does not mean that is should be signed into law. It
will pervert what should be a free and fair election cycle.
The Governor has shown that he will only ignore the advice of his
corporate sponsors when he it is politically expedient. That’s why
we have to work together to make him vetoing this bill the
politically expedient choice. Call Governor Sununu today (603)
271-2121 and urge him to say no to HB 1264. Call today, before
it’s too late.
On Thu, Jul 12, 2018 at 11:50 AM, Vivadofamily
<dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx <mailto:dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>>
wrote:
I'm willing, Sarah.
Katy Cutshall
Vice Chair, Bedford Democrats
-----Original Message-----
From: Sarah Guggenheimer <sguggenheimer@xxxxxxxx
<mailto:sguggenheimer@xxxxxxxx>>
To: Sarah Guggenheimer <sguggenheimer@xxxxxxxx
<mailto:sguggenheimer@xxxxxxxx>>
Sent: Thu, Jul 12, 2018 11:47 am
Subject: [HillsboroughNHDems] Voter Suppression LTEs!
Hi all,
As I'm sure you've all seen, the NH Supreme Court just ruled 3-2
that the voter restriction bill HB 1264 is constitutional, paving
the way for Governor Sununu to sign this terrible bill into law.
I'll be highlighting the details of this tomorrow during the
normal LTE email but today I wanted to see if anyone would be
willing to sign onto an LTE that we've drafted, so we get our
response out to local papers quickly. If you are, please email me
back and we can send you the draft to look over!
Thanks so much and talk to you tomorrow.
Sarah
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Sarah Guggenheimer
Deputy Communications Director
New Hampshire Democrats
sguggenheimer@xxxxxxxx <mailto:sguggenheimer@xxxxxxxx>
(203) 940-1979
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Sarah Guggenheimer
Deputy Communications Director
New Hampshire Democrats
sguggenheimer@xxxxxxxx <mailto:sguggenheimer@xxxxxxxx>
(203) 940-1979
