Maynard Thomson
Historical Details
Position on Issues
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH allow binding referendums?
"No, New Hampshire should not allow a public referendum"
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"I won't take pledges beyond the Pledge of Allegiance. The person taking the tax pledge is either prepared to break it in the even of an catastrophe requiring a massive increase in public funds, or is too unimaginative to realize that possibility, however remote. Over the years, I've had several columns published in this and other papers, arguing against an income tax. For a state as dependent as we are retailing, a sales tax would be lunacy. If that's not a firm enough commitment...tough."
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"I won't take pledges beyond the Pledge of Allegiance. The person taking the tax pledge is either prepared to break it in the even of an catastrophe requiring a massive increase in public funds, or is too unimaginative to realize that possibility, however remote. Over the years, I've had several columns published in this and other papers, arguing against an income tax. For a state as dependent as we are retailing, a sales tax would be lunacy. If that's not a firm enough commitment...tough."
Other| Read My Position
"How people spend their own money is no one else's business. I'd repeal all laws against gambling. However, casinos should be treated like any other business - no state monopoly, and no special taxes. Let the free market determine the number of casinos. State-granted monopolies are a formula for corruption."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH decriminalize small amounts of marijuana?
"Yes, decriminalize marijuana"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should LLCs be subject to the interest and dividends tax?
Does not support a LLC tax
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH increase the interest and dividends tax?
Does not support an increased I & D tax
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH increase tolls and/or add new toll booths?
Does not support adding new tolls on I-93 (Mass. border)
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH continue to allow medicinal marijuana?
"Yes, legalize medicinal marijuana"
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"I won't take pledges beyond the Pledge of Allegiance. The person taking the tax pledge is either prepared to break it in the even of an catastrophe requiring a massive increase in public funds, or is too unimaginative to realize that possibility, however remote. Over the years, I've had several columns published in this and other papers, arguing against an income tax. For a state as dependent as we are retailing, a sales tax would be lunacy. If that's not a firm enough commitment...tough."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
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?
Supports repeal of RGGI
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH repeal same-sex marriage?
Does not support repeal of gay marriage
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH require car insurance for some or all drivers?
"No, automobile insurance should be optional"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should businesses that provide insurance be required to cover contraception?
Supports employer ability to deny contraception coverage
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH require motorcycle helmets?
"No, let those who ride decide"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH require seat belts?
"No, adults should be able to choose whether or not to wear a seatbelt"
Other| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH revise the meals and rooms tax?
Does not support increasing meals and room tax
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH use taxpayer money to build a memorial to the Old Man?
"No, do not use public money for a manmade Old Man"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH pass stricter gun control laws?
"No, do not tighten gun laws"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH government switch from a pension system to a 401(k)-style retirement plan?
Supports reforming retirement benefits for municipal and state employees
Other| Read My Position
"Our children and grandchildren live in Freedom and Hollis. I want them, and other young people, to have the option to stay and build their futures here. Yet New Hampshire's aging rapidly, and Carroll County's ground zero. This demographic tidal wave, and the blinkered vision of both parties, are delivering a downward spiral of a declining economy, diminishing opportunities, and the departure of more and more young people. Neither party is seizing this opportunity to break away from stale, irrelevant arguments and ideas. I want to help change direction."
