In his previous term as a representative for District 9, Spec Bowers cared little for New Hampshire women, families and children. Let’s take a look at his legislative record before we consider reinstating him.
He voted to cripple the CHINS (Children In Need of Services) program by limiting funding for only 50 cases per year. The CHINS program helps children with drug and behavioral problems.
He voted to reduce funding by 50 percent for programs that assist victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. In addition, he proposes defunding women’s health care organizations, which would eliminate funding for birth control and cancer screenings for 16,000 New Hampshire women.
He wants to reduce state funding for Meals on Wheels.
He voted for legislation that allows payday lenders to take advantage of people in need of short-term loans before they receive their paychecks.
New Hampshire’s minimum wage is the lowest of any New England State by as much as 25 percent. Spec Bowers opposes setting any minimum wage.
His philosophy has been rejected by New Hampshire voters in three of his four campaigns for state rep, winning once by only 25 votes. Let’s send him a message that his record and views are still not acceptable.
His opponent, Linda Tanner, has a distinguished record as our previous District 9 representative. Her positions are in direct opposition to those of Spec Bowers.
Linda has a record of working to improve the lives of families, women and children in New Hampshire. She deserves our vote for New Hampshire representative for District 9.
Brenda Shapiro
Sunapee