Laura El-Azem, Londonderry State Representative Candidate

Laura El-Azem

Age (as of Election Day)

53

Position sought (including district number if applicable)

State Representative, Londonderry (Rockingham 16)

Party Affiliation

Republican

Family

Married 27 years to Patrick, five children 16-22

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

Our family does not work in politics, but one son is a Marine and one son is in Army ROTC

Education

BA Human Resource Management, Masters in process (graduation 12/22)

Occupation

Homemaker, mother, volunteer (21+ years). Prior roles include Realtor, court clerk

Previous or Current Elected or Appointed Office

Planning Board (Londonderry) 2007-2015, School Board, Diocese of Manchester 2016- present

Campaign website

www.Laura4Londonderry.com

Why are you seeking elective office?

To promote and protect the NH Advantage, personal freedom, and fiscal responsibility.

The single most pressing issue facing our (board, district, etc.) is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.

Family budgets are being wrecked by inflation & high fuel prices. I will consider all responsible constitutional solutions to limit the impact of harmful federal policies and keep more money in each taxpayer's pocket to spend, save or invest as they see fit.

What are the critical differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?

I have a track record of working cooperatively over many years with the incumbent Reps on issues regarding parents' rights, life, 2A rights, privacy and more. I am committed to attending all voting sessions and I will cast consistently constitutional votes in line with the GOP Platform.

If you are a challenger, in what way has the current board or officeholder failed the community (or district or constituency)

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Describe the other issues that define your campaign platform.

My first priority as State Representative will be the passage of a Parental Bill of Rights. Parents must be re-empowered to direct their children's upbringing without interference or subterfuge. Also important are election integrity issues to assure one vote per eligible US citizen/NH Resident, and defense of the gains made in the last session by the majority Republican legislature regarding life, education freedom, tax reduction and more.

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

My experience as court clerk in the busiest criminal courtroom in LA County solidified my organization and multitasking skills. Time spent as a real estate broker honed my ability to work cooperatively towards mutually beneficial solutions. And of course, running a household while raising five children taught me how to be frugal and spend wisely.

The best advice ever shared with me was:

Pray, hope and don't worry...

What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

I am excited to represent Londonderry! Please reach out to me if you have questions.