NARAL-NH: Ardinger, Feltes Both Score 100%

NARAL-NH appears to not be endorsing either Democrat in the District 15 state Senate primary race and instead, issued a statement on its Facebook site stating that both Democrats scored 100 percent on its questionnaire.

In the post, the org noted that Concord School Board member Kass Ardinger was “dedicated to ensuring all women have access to comprehensive health services in the State,” while attorney Dan Feltes was “committed to standing up for a woman’s right to choose and for women’s health.” Both, the org stated, “will be a strong, 100% pro-choice advocate for New Hampshire women in the State Senate.”

Feltes’ campaign manager, Karen McNamara, issued a statement not long after the post was put up saying the campaign was “proud” that the org took the time to inform voters “about Dan’s unwavering commitment to women’s health and a woman’s right to choose.” She noted that Feltes also offered an economic plan that wouldn’t leave anyone behind and included expanded full-day kindergarten and paid family leave for working families.

Ardinger’s campaign manager Rachel McGovern also issued a statement, saying Ardinger was proud to be supported by another pro-choice organization along with EMILY’S List. 

“I will be a strong voice for issues impacting women and families in the State Senate,” said Ardinger. “I am committed to advancing policies that ensure equality in the work place and privacy in women’s reproductive healthcare decisions. I will fight to make sure all of New Hampshire’s citizens have access to comprehensive health services.”

Lydia Dube Harman, a real estate agent from Warner, is also on the ballot as a Republican and will face-off against the winner of the Democratic primary in November.

The District 15 state Senate seat represents Concord, Henniker, Hopkinton, and Warner.