The Bastion News, Laconia, NH (2025)

10/16/2023

By Guest Columnist As we approach the season of Thanksgiving, a solemn reality confronts us—our nation is enmeshed in a web of division, extending its tendrils even into the sanctuary of our family homes. The political chasm seems to yawn wider with every passing day, not just between Democrats and Republicans, but within these grand old parties themselves. The gentle discourse of yesteryears seems to have been elbowed out by a cacophony of discord, echoed within the hollow chambers of social media....

By Guest Columnist As we approach the season of Thanksgiving, a solemn reality confronts us—our nation is enmeshed in a web of division, extending its tendrils even into the sanctuary of our family…

10/14/2023

Recently, as a part of the many exciting educational innovations being introduced in the Granite State, the New Hampshire State Board of Education approved the PragerU Kids Cash Course through the state’s Learn Everywhere program. On the day of the vote, protesters showed up to express their displeasure. Most of them fit the mold of exactly what you would expect....

Recently, as a part of the many exciting educational innovations being introduced in the Granite State, the New Hampshire State Board of Education approved the PragerU Kids Cash Course through the …

10/12/2023

The Urgent Call to Preserve Our Veterans' Cemetery In the heart of Laconia, at 143 Court St., rests a space of solemn reflection, a beacon of respect for those who served our nation: our veterans' cemetery. However, in recent times, this hallowed ground has been marred by neglect, disrespect, and outright vandalism. Reports of homeless individuals using it as a makeshift dwelling, littering it with trash, beer cans, and sadly, desecrating the sacred markers of those who once wore our nation's uniform, are deeply unsettling....

The Urgent Call to Preserve Our Veterans’ Cemetery In the heart of Laconia, at 143 Court St., rests a space of solemn reflection, a beacon of respect for those who served our nation: our vete…

10/09/2023

State Committee Members, Resolution To Restrict The Primaries To Registered Republicans (Resolution #2) proposed by Karen Testerman was passed at the January 28, 2023 Annual Meeting. It resolved that:"1. The Republican State Committee adopts the rule that only voters who register as Republicans 30 days prior to the primary election day may receive and mark a Republican ballot for the primary election;”...

State Committee Members, Resolution To Restrict The Primaries To Registered Republicans (Resolution #2) proposed by Karen Testerman was passed at the January 28, 2023 Annual Meeting. It resolv…

09/30/2023

The Department of Health and Human Services has proposed a series of changes to administrative rules governing the vaccine registry. The proposal can be viewed here. RebuildNH objects to several of these proposed changes. They propose changing the word “vaccine” to “immunization”. Philosophically, we object to this change as it normalizes that the only way to be immunized is through vaccination, which is not true....

The Department of Health and Human Services has proposed a series of changes to administrative rules governing the vaccine registry. The proposal can be viewed here.RebuildNH objects to sev…

09/21/2023

It's so simple, really. A Clockwork Orange kind of Brave New World “It's funny how the colors of the real world only seem really real when you viddy them on the screen.” — Alexander DeLarge, A Clockwork Orange Aldous Huxley really called it for where we would go. Much more so than Orwell: “… Most men and women will grow up to love their servitude and will never dream of revolution.”...

It’s so simple, really. A Clockwork Orange kind of Brave New World “It’s funny how the colors of the real world only seem really real when you viddy them on the screen.” — Alexander DeL…

09/19/2023

This past week has been a dismal one for the Trump campaign. In just one week, President Trump: — Struggled to answer if a man can become a woman — Said he didn’t know who awarded Fauci the Presidential Commendation — Denounced Heartbeat laws as “terrible” — Promised to compromise on abortion to appease Democrats — Walked back his plans to use the military against the cartels…...

This past week has been a dismal one for the Trump campaign. In just one week, President Trump: — Struggled to answer if a man can become a woman — Said he didn’t know who awarded Fauci the Preside…

09/11/2023

brownstone.org/articles/never-again/ September 11, 2023 In a recent piece for the Washington Post, Ramesh Ponnuru wrote that “the public is not going to accept restrictive coronavirus mitigation measures again, regardless of what the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention or other public health authorities say.” Ponnuru adds his speculation that “we’re not going to return to social distancing or shut down schools.” …...

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brownstone.org/articles/never-again/ September 11, 2023 In a recent piece for the Washington Post, Ramesh Ponnuru wrote that “the public is not going to accept restrictive coronaviru…

08/23/2023

brownstone.org/articles/the-questions-crying-out-for-answers/ August 22, 2023 The conspiracy of silence is obvious. Both political parties like it. The media likes it too because it was a main participant. Academia is compromised as much as the social media companies. Government bureaucrats want the entire fiasco to be a thing of the past, except to the extent it can serve as a template for the future....

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brownstone.org/articles/the-questions-crying-out-for-answers/ August 22, 2023 The conspiracy of silence is obvious. Both political parties like it. The media likes it too because it was a main part…

08/07/2023

This week’s events of some 78 years ago should not go unnoticed, or unappreciated. On August 6th, 1945 and again on August 9th, the United States dropped atomic bombs on Japan. Prior to that, on July 26, 1945, the Allies, in setting the conditions for ending a war that they did not start, called for the unconditional surrender of the Japanese and their military forces....

This week’s events of some 78 years ago should not go unnoticed, or unappreciated. On August 6th, 1945 and again on August 9th, the United States dropped atomic bombs on Japan. Prior to that, on Ju…

08/02/2023

What are some of the things I would do as President to fix the mess our country’s in? When it comes to our economy, we claw back the $500 billion of unspent COVID dollars that are still out there. Rather than 87,000 IRS agents going after middle America, let’s go after the hundreds of billions of dollars of COVID fraud that we know exist....

What are some of the things I would do as President to fix the mess our country’s in? When it comes to our economy, we claw back the $500 billion of unspent COVID dollars that are still out there…

07/31/2023

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled a detailed outline of his proposed economic policies today at a stop in Rochester, NH. Billed as a "Declaration of Economic Independence," he covered a range of topics including energy independence, affordable housing, crypto-currency, universal student vouchers and Fed digital currency policy, to name but a few. He also discussed China's threat to manufacturing, the promotion of "on-shoring" as well as getting people back into the work force by eliminating incentives that promote and enable a free ride for many that are perfectly able to work....

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled a detailed outline of his proposed economic policies today at a stop in Rochester, NH. Billed as a “Declaration of Economic Independence,” he cove…

07/24/2023

NH Governor candidate Kelly Ayotte has released a rather lengthy and impressive list of initial endorsers: Today, Kelly Ayotte announced that she is running for Governor to keep New Hampshire safe, prosperous and free. Conservatives from across the state are joining our team. Check out our first endorsement list below: Fmr. Governor Craig Benson Rye ...

NH Governor candidate Kelly Ayotte has released a rather lengthy and impressive list of initial endorsers: Today, Kelly Ayotte announced that she is running for Governor to keep New Hampshire safe,…

07/24/2023

Former US Senator Kelly Ayotte issued the following announcement today: Friend, First off, I want to thank Governor Sununu for his leadership over the last seven years. Governor Sununu has fought tirelessly to defend our New Hampshire way of life, and that battle must continue. Today, I’m announcing our campaign to be the next Governor of New Hampshire. I am running for Governor because I fear that we are one election away from turning into Massachusetts....

Former US Senator Kelly Ayotte issued the following announcement today: Friend, First off, I want to thank Governor Sununu for his leadership over the last seven years. Governor Sun…

07/22/2023

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis joined Russell Brand for an hour of freewheeling discussion on his wildly popular "Stay Free" podcast show. The hour-long exchange allowed the Florida governor to explain his positions on a variety of issues and how he actually put the conservative agenda into practice for the Sunshine State. He appears very comfortable and articulates his points with enthusiasm and confidence....

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis joined Russell Brand for an hour of freewheeling discussion on his wildly popular “Stay Free” podcast show. The hour-long exchange allowed the Florida gove…

07/20/2023

Fellow American, A strong, constitutionally-minded judicial system is one of the pillars of American society. Just this year, the Supreme Court was responsible for overturning affirmative action, protecting religious freedoms, and standing up to Biden’s outrageous plan for forgiving student debt. Our courts remain the last line of defense against the overreach and weaponization of the federal government. That’s why I’ve already announced by hand-picked lists of Judicial appointments for the U.S Supreme Court and federal Courts of Appeals....

Fellow American, A strong, constitutionally-minded judicial system is one of the pillars of American society. Just this year, the Supreme Court was responsible for overturning affirmative action, p…

07/17/2023

Dear Republicans. With the primary season in full swing, the biggest thing I am noticing this time around is the constant attacks. Do you not understand that in reality, all you are doing is supplying the left with more ammunition for the general? The primary is supposed to be how we as a party choose our best candidate for the general election....

Dear Republicans. With the primary season in full swing, the biggest thing I am noticing this time around is the constant attacks. Do you not understand that in reality, all you are doing is supply…

07/07/2023

North Dakota Governor, presidential candidate, visited the Lakes Region this week at an event hosted by the Belknap County Republican Committee

North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum visited the Lakes Region this week with an event sponsored by the Belknap County Republican Committee. He has thrown his hat in the ring and is among the growing l…

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