October IRL Recap
On the campaign trail in October, Carleigh saw firsthand how Republican legislation is straining New Hampshire’s towns and families. From the Seacoast to the Queen City to the White Mountains, people are talking about the rising costs of housing, childcare, and healthcare—and how state and federal inaction is forcing local leaders to shoulder the burden. Throughout this budget season, Carleigh has been working through those tough choices on the Hampton Select Board while continuing to show up across the district—listening, learning, and finding joy in the conversations that give hope and purpose to this work.
As we head into colder months, she’s reminding Granite Staters to look out for one another: call a friend, donate non-perishables or winter coats, volunteer at a food bank, and take care of your own health by getting a flu shot (Dartmouth Hitchcock Offers low or no cost vaccines wherever possible, and financial options are available). If you or someone you know needs help with heating costs, visit New Hampshire’s Fuel Assistance Program. When government falls short, community carries us through—and together, we keep moving forward. In October, Carleigh:
🗣️ Spoke with voters in Stratham at the monthly Democratic Committee meeting
🎃 Kicked off Halloween festivities at the Rochester Spooktacular and Plaistow/Atkinson Oktoberfest
🍬 Handed out candy at Hampton’s Trunk or Treat
✊ Attended the No Kings protest in Portsmouth
🕊️ Joined the October Jericho Walk for Immigrant Justice—a favorite monthly tradition
🍻 Connected with voters in North Conway at Democracy on Tap
🏛️ Spoke at the NHDP Convention and celebrated the passing of new party amendments
🇺🇸 Met with supporters in D.C. to discuss the impacts of the shutdown on federal workers and our nation’s capital
🎙️ Sat down for interviews with 404 Media and Let’s Talk Merrimack
🚗 Toured the district, meeting voters in Barrington, Portsmouth, South Hampton, Laconia, and beyond
And more!
