Coos 1 House Candidates Discuss Libertarian, Free State Political Influence

By: Paul Hayes

Outlets: Caledonian Record

Published: November 2, 2026

Words: 959

Last Updated: 1 week ago


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COOS COUNTY, N.H. — Candidates for the Coös 1 House seat offered differing views on the influence of libertarian groups in New Hampshire politics.

Republicans Sam Hoehn and Amy Norris of Lancaster and Democrats Jay Ennis of Dalton and Lee Ann Potter of Lancaster were asked about the Free State Movement and the state’s Libertarian parties, groups that have had growing influence in New Hampshire politics.

Neither Republican said they are affiliated with those groups.

Norris co-produced the …

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