Frequently Asked Questions

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Absolutely. I am a strong supporter of the 2nd Amendment and believe in responsible gun ownership. I am in favor of background checks, but a registry or any initiatives seeking to confiscate guns from red-blooded Americans is a non-starter. I would oppose non-sensical efforts to restrict firearms rights.

Free speech is essential to democracy. I believe in creating an environment where people feel heard, even when opinions differ. We can debate strongly and disagree while still treating each other with respect. Censorship in open forums is, in my opinion, a violation of free speech. In private groups, there may be rules that should be followed. I do not personally approve of engaging in negative campaigns or speaking ill of other people publicly.

That's ultimately a state-level decision, but I would support legalizing recreational use. Obviously, I don't advocate for allowing potentially dangerous scenarios such as operating heavy equipment or driving our school busses while under the influence of a substance, but if you're in the privacy of your own home, I don't see the problem. Live free or die.

No, but I've made plenty of mistakes in my life. I believe people can change, learn, and grow. They shouldn't be forever tied to their pasts if they've made significant efforts to improve themselves.

I'm all for it. Families should have the right to choose what’s best for their child’s education. At the same time, we must ensure that public schools - which serve the majority of our students - remain properly funded and supported. The question I would ask in return is "do all of our children have access to an adequate education?" I want the answer to be yes, regardless of how families decide to get there.

Parents absolutely should have a say. They have a choice to send their children to public schools, so they should have a say in what their children are being taught. Ultimately, the objective is to provide an adequate education. So long as recommendations lead to that outcome, I believe the school board should listen to parents and keep their practices transparent.

I supported both the CTE and the default budget, though I was very vocal in expressing my understanding for why many voters did or could not do so. Property taxes are ridiculous and for many, voting in favor of the increases simply wasn’t doable - it doesn’t mean they don’t support our schools. I have children in the school system and am financially secure enough to accept an increase to fund their education, but ultimately, the towns voted both down. I have trust and faith that the school board will make the right decisions on necessary cuts while not undermining education or support services. 

I'm eligible to run for president at 35 - I'm 39. No. I have a vested interest in ensuring the decisions I make affect this community in a positive way for decades to come. I plan on being around to see the seeds I plant today grow into trees that yield favorable outcomes for the next generations. That aside, a not insignificant portion of the town is in my age group, and they deserve representation in our executive leadership. 

This comes up a lot. At the time of my running, 3 years in Rindge - but that's not the whole story. I've been a NH resident since I was 13 - went to high school in Salem, NH. I spent my childhood summers and Christmas's here. My family has had roots in this New England since the mid-1800's. Often the point of this question is to engage in gatekeeping tactics that undermine values and potential based on longevity. I believe my value should be assessed on the merit of my ideas and demonstrated commitment to making this town better. 

Absolutely not. Police officers have one of the toughest jobs in society, and I fully support funding our police department to ensure they have the resources they need to keep our community safe. That doesn’t mean carte blanche on department spending, but smartly and adequately staffed, trained, and equipped to handle their call volume.