Planned Parenthood wades into New Hampshire’s Executive Council election

By: William Skipworth

Outlets: NH Bulletin

Published: September 10, 2026

Words: 778

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 4 days ago

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After years of being stonewalled on state contracts by Republicans on the Executive Council, Planned Parenthood of Northern New England, via its affiliated PAC, is trying to boost a slate of Democratic council candidates more sympathetic to its cause.

The council, an elected body unique to New Hampshire that approves or rejects state contracts and vets gubernatorial nominees, is currently controlled by Republicans, 4-1. Four Democrats — Lisa Sheldon, of Portsmouth; Luz Bay, …

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