Politics & Government
Amherst Lawmakers Get High Marks
Only Senator Peter Bragdon got a score lower than an "A."

Lawmakers from Windham, Salem and across the state were graded by Americans for Prosperity – New Hampshire as part of the organization's second annual Legislative Score Card release.
The direction of the grades are based on what AFP-NH deems "pro-prosperity positions."
To receive a top grade from the advocacy group, a member of the House or Senate had to be present for all votes and have voted in support of the foundation positions.
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“We are proud to release our second annual legislative score card that details how legislators voted on key issues impacting economic freedom in the state,” said AFP-NH State Director Corey Lewandowski. “We hope that N.H. voters will find this score card to be a valuable tool and educational resource as they assess their State Senator and State Representatives.”
The lowest possible grade of an 'F' comes with the title of "Opponent of Prosperity.
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AFP-NH Second Annual Legislative Score Card:
Representatives
William S Belvin - A
Sean E Coughlin - A
Gary L Daniels - A
Peter T Hansen - A
Stephen J Palmer - A
Robert H Rowe - A
Stephen B Stepanek - A
Robert F Willette – A
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