Carolyn Fluehr-Lobban
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Position on Issues
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support the “Education Freedom Account” program, which gives students access to the per-pupil share of state school funding to spend on private school or home school expenses?
"I have gone on public record (letters to the editor and in campaigning) to oppose this veiled program for -- often -- religious based education, not meeting state standards especially of science and DEI programs."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire ban abortion after 24 weeks gestation, with exceptions for cases of rape/incest and health complications?
"For"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire ban abortions during the first trimester (e.g. after 6 weeks gestation)?
"NH was a pioneer here. The state should have NO right over a WOMAN's right to control HER body."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire ban abortions during the second trimester (e.g. after 15 weeks gestation)?
"NH was a pioneer here. The state should have NO right over a WOMAN's right to control HER body."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should New Hampshire ban discussions about sexual orientation and gender identity in grades K-3?
"How can we develop ethical bases for mutual respect among citizens--even young citizens-- if we do not discuss human diversity--of course, at age-appropriate education. Teaching college students about race for decades revealed that students of color began to recognize race differences and experience racism from ages as young as 3-5 years. Young children are people too."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Do you support the state law that bans teaching certain concepts, such as the idea that people may be "inherently racist, sexist, or oppressive, whether consciously or unconsciously"?
"Absolutely not! We are a multi-racial nation--and we are becoming more, not less, diverse. This includes NH despite its overwhelmingly white population where such education is even more important because of the lack of familiarity of living and attending schools with diverse populations. 'Political correctness' has no place in public education."
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should NH add an income tax on earned income?
"Needs public discussion, but politicians avoid it."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should NH add a broad-based sales tax?
"This is a controversial issue in the state of NH that has a unique history."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should New Hampshire add a tax credit for businesses that contribute to student loan repayment for employees?
"As an educator and a parent of two daughters, one of whom has been saddled with student loan repayment despite two years of Peace Corps service in Africa and working in a field--international development-- that has been singled out as one of the 'helping' professions in need of debt relief."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire lower business taxes?
"This is where a tax based should be centered, for state revenue."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire add a tax on capital gains?
"Tax those with the greatest assets. Contrast with Republican favoring the rich. "
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire increase the tax on cigarettes?
"For"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire government do more to address climate change?
"Climate change is here--so apparent that even the deniers have backed off somewhat. Fracking needs more public education as to its harms."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support giving voters who register without ID on Election Day a ballot that only counts if they return identifying documents to the state before a deadline?
"Voting is a responsibility, not an absolute right without regulation."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should New Hampshire add a fee or mileage charge for electric vehicle owners to help pay for transportation and/or electric infrastructure?
"This should be subsidized in an eco-friendly state like NH."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire add restrictions to the governor's powers during a state of emergency?
"For"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should the state do more to encourage municipalities to remove zoning barriers to housing development?
"There is a great need for more public housing in the state and in many other states in New England."
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support legislation to expand the net energy metering system capacity cap from 1 MW to 5 MW for all residential and commercial customers in New Hampshire?
"I do not have enough information to take a position."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should New Hampshire extend the renewable portfolio standard past 2025, requiring public utilities to obtain more than 25% of electricity from renewable energy sources?
"Also a trend in the bi-coastal world recognizing the importance of renewable energy; Wind, Solar, and Trees are all appropriate for the state of NH."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire guarantee the right to access abortion before 24 weeks?
"NH was a pioneer here. The state should have NO right over a WOMAN's right to control HER body."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should the state increase funding for child care providers?
"Working mothers -- outside the home (all women work except the upper classes). A critical local and national need."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire increase public access to reports of police misconduct?
"For"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Do you support the option of mail-in ballots for all voters, not just absentees?
"This is now more important than ever given the questions raised by the Republican party about mail-in ballots. Mail-in Ballots help: 1) older citizens 2) rural citizens 3) students living on campuses 4) overall voter turnout--that the Republican Party may be interested in suppressing,."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support New Hampshire’s current system of public school funding, with about two-thirds of total funding coming from local property taxes?
"But funding by the state of NH for private religious education needs serious revision or retraction."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should NH legalize the recreational use of marijuana?
"For"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should New Hampshire legalize the recreational use of marijuana by allowing home-growing and private use without sales?
"This is a regional and national trend and NH should not fall behind the current wave of acceptance of marijuana use for personal and medical purposes."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should New Hampshire legalize the recreational use of marijuana by licensing growers and private retail locations?
"This is a regional and national trend and NH should not fall behind the current wave of acceptance of marijuana use for personal and medical purposes."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire legalize the recreational use of marijuana by establishing state-run cannabis stores?
"Other New England states, such as Rhode Island, have adopted this approach."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire raise the minimum wage?
"NH has one of the lowest minimum wages in the US."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire increase the size of solar panel installations that may participate in net energy metering?
"For"
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire increase subsidies and tax credits for business investment?
"Undecided"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire increase the base amount of per-pupil funding it provides to local school districts?
"For"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should the state permanently increase how much tax revenue it shares with towns and cities every year, beyond public school funding?
"Yes, especially form infrastructure and public services, such as libraries."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Do you support the gradual phase-out of the Interests and Dividends tax?
"I do not have enough information at this time to form an opinion. My mind is open."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Do you support Gov. Sununu's proposal to allow employers and employees to opt-in to a private, paid family and medical leave insurance plan, based on a pool of state employees, excluding coverage for personal illness?
"Undecided"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire add legal protections for residents of other states who travel here for health care related to abortion or gender transition?
"Clearly a growing and important need!"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire continue to participate in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, which requires utilities to purchase allowances for every ton of carbon they emit?
"For"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire repeal the ban on abortion after 24 weeks gestation?
"NH was a pioneer here. The state should have NO right over a WOMAN's right to control HER body."
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should NH require local law enforcement to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement?
"This has not been an issue thus far and Manchester--NH's largest city--has welcome African and other immigrants."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire create a road usage fee?
"Against"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire create a statewide family and medical leave program, paid for with a percentage of employee wages, with no opt-out?
"For"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should NH pass stricter gun control laws?
"Yes, especially after too many tragic outcomes in the last few years. However, NH gun culture is more for hunting than other recent tragic cases. 'Open carry' is NOT a good idea."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire provide student loan debt repayment programs for workers in industries with labor shortages?
"For"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire add tax incentives for affordable housing development?
"For"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire allocate tax revenues for private and home schooling costs?
"Against"
