Candidate Bio: Stacie Laughton, Democrat for State Rep

Stacie Marie Laughton

Age: 28

Your background/education: I have experience in public service, civic involvement, and non-profit volunteer work. My educational background includes a high school diploma from  Nashua High School class of 2002, Culinary Arts, American and Japanese flower art as well as business experience.

Experience/Occupation: Selectman/H.E.A.R.T.S Peer Support Center Member Advocate Small Business Owner.

Prior elected office: I was an elected delegate to the Democratic Convention 2012. Currently serving a 2-year term as a Selectman in Ward 4 Nashua NH.

Personal: I am a lifelong resident of Nashua. Nashua is where I was first inspired to get involved in politics. I live at home with family and my miniature dacshund Winston. I am the first openly transgender female to serve as a selectman in Nashua. I am also the first openly transgender to run for state office.

Priorities for Nashua and NH: My priority is to restore balance and to work to restore the NH economy while finding ways to create good local jobs, particularly for Nashua. I would support legislation to bring rail to Nashua and beyond.

Final question: Why are you running? I am running because Nashua needs a representative that truly understands the complex issues that all citizens face and to restore common ground and sanity. I am also running because Nashua needs a representative who can effectively communicate across party lines and is willing to compromise when neccersary. Feel free to contact me any time at laughton2012@gmail.com or by phone at (603) 275-8700