America is beautiful, contradictory, unfinished. I am proud of our country even as we constantly strive to make it better, to protect and deepen our democracy, to fulfill its promise for each and every person who calls it home. Happy Independence Day. No Kings in America.

This Fourth of July, I am taking a moment to reflect. Things are hard right now. They are probably going to get worse before they get better. But I love our country — and when you love something, you fight for it. Together, we will continue to fight for the ideals of our nation.

The budget is now in the Senate and we want to hear from you! This Wednesday, April 30th @ 6:30 p.m. at Leavitt Parkhouse in Laconia come make your voice heard on what you would like to see in our budget & how proposed cuts will affect you. RSVP at tinyurl.com/theycutyouout #nhpolitics

This is good news. Now bring him home and allow him due process.