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Executive Councilor

Unofficial result: Won — Jim O'Connell (Democratic)

Source: sos.nh.gov

Executive Council District 4; New Hampshire
My vote power: Above average

What does this office do?

  • Approving or rejecting the judges and officials the governor picks
  • Approving or rejecting state contracts and spending
  • Approving or rejecting pardons

Affects: Anti-Corruption, Government Efficiency, Government Spending Reduction,

Candidates:

Democratic

Jim O’Connell is an at-large Manchester school board member who co-founded a cybersecurity firm. He prioritizes public education and reproductive freedom.

Records: Government Spending Reduction 6 against, Civil Rights 2 for, Anti-Corruption 1 for,

Republican · Incumbent

John Stephen is a state official and former health and human services commissioner who founded a consulting firm. He emphasizes fiscal oversight and health care reform.

Records: Government Spending Reduction 11 for, Public Safety and Crime Control 6 for, Anti-Corruption 1 for,

Sources: mm.nh.gov · gencourt.state.nh.us