August 2026: Annual Membership Meeting, Primary Endorsements & a Record-Breaking Liberty Dinner
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August 2026: Annual Membership Meeting, Primary Endorsements & a Record-Breaking Liberty Dinner

Episode description

Welcome back to the New Hampshire Liberty Alliance Podcast! In this episode, we are breaking down our August newsletter with movement updates, big announcements, and action items from across the Granite State. If you want to keep New Hampshire the “Live Free or Die” state, this is your quick on-the-go guide to what’s happening in Concord and your local community.

Here is what we cover in this edition:

The Annual Membership Meeting: Join us Sunday, September 13th at Fulchino Vineyard in Hollis for a members-only afternoon of appetizers, a cash bar, and real conversations about the year ahead. Not a member yet? Join today and meet the board—and if you want a peek at how decisions get made, the board meets at 11am at the same venue.

The Legislative Summit—Your Ideas, Real Bills: The window is open to submit your bill ideas to liberty-aligned representatives. We explain how to craft a strong proposal (include the RSA reference!), how to RSVP to present at the summit, and how last year’s member ideas became actual bills filed in Concord.

2026 Primary Endorsements: NHLA has endorsed 45 liberty candidates in contested primaries, with more endorsements on the way. Primary Day is September 8th—we break down how the endorsement process works and how to find the full list before you vote.

Liberty Dinner Recap—A Record Year: An incredible 104 legislators earned A or A+ Liberty Ratings, more than double last year! We celebrate the honorees, including Lifetime Achievement and Chairman’s Award winners, Rookie of the Year, Bill Reviewer of the Year, and the Breaking Overton Windows Award.

New NHLA Merch: The alternative logo collection that turned heads at the Liberty Dinner is here—T-shirts, hoodies, and more. Wear the movement and spark the conversation.

Staying Plugged In: Sign up for NHLA Alerts to get crucial bill information and know exactly when to make your voice heard, and join us at the weekly Power Hour every Friday at noon in Manchester for free lunch and organizing.

Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

Submit your bill ideas for the Legislative Summit: Bill Idea Submission Form

View the full list of 2026 primary endorsements: nhliberty.org/2026-candidate-endorsements

Become an NHLA member before the Annual Meeting: nhliberty.org/join

Grab the new alternative logo gear at our merchandise store: nhliberty.org/store

RSVP for a free Friday lunch and networking at NHLA Power Hour: nhliberty.org/power-hour

Sign up for NHLA Alerts so you never miss a key bill or hearing: nhliberty.org/newsletter-signup

See all upcoming liberty events on our calendar: nhliberty.org/events

Join the members-only NHLA group on Facebook: nhliberty.org/facebook

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Ever wondered what it really looks like

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when liberty is making headlines?

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This year, New Hampshire saw a record number of legislators earn

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top freedom ratings—and the movement is picking up steam.

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That’s right, and today we’re diving into the New

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Hampshire Liberty Alliance’s latest updates.

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I’ll be your guide through upcoming events, legislative

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opportunities, and the people driving change.

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So, if you care about personal and economic

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freedom, you’ll want to stick around.

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We’ll cover the annual NHLA membership meeting, the legislative summit,

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primary endorsements, and even the new logo gear that’s turning heads.

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Plus, we’ll break down how you can get involved—whether it’s submitting bill ideas,

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showing up at events, or simply grabbing some merch to support the cause.

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Let’s get started with the annual meeting

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details.

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The membership meeting is always a highlight—this year it’s

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happening September 13th at Fulchino Vineyard in Hollis.

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It’s a members-only event, but it’s open to anyone

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who wants to join NHLA and meet the board.

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Honestly, it’s where the real

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conversations happen.

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You get a chance to chat with fellow activists, grab

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some appetizers, and even enjoy a cash bar.

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It’s a relaxed setting, but the agenda is big:

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planning the year ahead and sharing ideas.

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I love that it’s about building relationships

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and setting the tone for what’s coming.

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And before everything kicks off, the board

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meets at 11am right at the same venue.

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If you want to see how decisions are made,

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arriving early is a great move.

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That actually reminds me—being in the room

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changes everything.

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There’s something powerful about connecting in

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person and feeling part of a bigger mission.

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Let’s talk about the legislative summit,

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where those ideas turn into action.

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This year’s legislative summit is your chance to

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pitch bill ideas to aligned representatives.

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There’s a limited window to submit proposals, so NHLA is encouraging members to

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get creative and specific—whether it’s new RSAs or revising existing ones.

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The summit isn’t just a brainstorming

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session—it’s a launchpad.

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Members who RSVP can actually present their ideas, and

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the best suggestions get real consideration.

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Last year, it led to actual bills being

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filed in Concord.

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If you’re thinking of submitting, remember to include the RSA

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reference and explain what the change would accomplish.

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It helps legislators understand the impact and increases

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your chances of seeing your proposal move forward.

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Wouldn’t it be exciting to see your idea

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become law?

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That’s what makes NHLA unique—they empower

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regular people to shape policy.

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Next, let’s cover the primary endorsements

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and why voting matters more than ever.

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NHLA just announced endorsements for 45

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candidates in contested primaries.

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These folks are committed to defending

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liberty—personal and economic freedom—right in

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I was struck by how thorough the process

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is.

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They don’t just endorse anyone; candidates need to align with NHLA’s

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principles and prove they’ll really advocate for those values.

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More endorsements are coming, especially as we

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get closer to the general election.

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Primary Day itself is September 8th, so if you’re in New

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Hampshire, it’s a chance to support those who’ll champion liberty.

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I’d recommend checking out the full list

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online.

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It tells you who’s running, why they’re endorsed,

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and how you can help get them elected.

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After that, let’s revisit the Liberty Dinner

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and the progress being celebrated.

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This year’s Liberty Dinner was a milestone—104 legislators

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earned A or A+ Liberty Ratings, more than double last year.

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The event honored activists and lawmakers, like Brian

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Labrie and Jeff Creem, who’ve really moved the needle.

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It’s surprising how much the Liberty

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Ratings motivate people.

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Awards like Lifetime Achievement and Chairman’s Award recognize those who’ve put in years of

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effort, and even newcomers like Sam Farrington get shoutouts as Rookie of the Year.

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Special awards went to folks improving the process, too—Bill

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Reviewer of the Year, Breaking Overton Windows Award, and more.

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It’s a reminder that progress comes from

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every angle, not just legislation.

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Funny enough, the new logo gear featured

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at the dinner made waves.

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That brings us to the NHLA merch and how it’s about

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more than just looking good—it’s a statement.

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Fresh from the Liberty Dinner, NHLA launched an

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alternative logo collection—T-shirts, hoodies, and more.

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If you spotted the coasters at the event, you

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know the design is bold and modern.

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I like that buying merch isn’t just about style—it’s a way to support

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the movement and show you’re part of making New Hampshire freer.

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Plus, this gear sells out fast, so

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grabbing yours now matters.

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It’s also about sparking conversations.

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Wearing NHLA apparel can lead to questions from friends or

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strangers, and suddenly you’re sharing what the Alliance does.

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From merch to events, everything’s designed

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to keep people engaged and informed.

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Speaking of engagement, let’s talk about NHLA

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Alerts and how to stay plugged in.

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NHLA Alerts are a game-changer.

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Signing up gives you access to crucial bill information—what’s moving in

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the State House, what matters for liberty, and how to speak up.

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I’ve seen activists use those alerts to mobilize

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quickly, whether it’s for hearings or big votes.

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And joining the members-only Facebook group connects you

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with seasoned advocates and real-time updates.

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Upcoming events include the weekly Power Hour on Fridays in

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Manchester, the Annual Membership Meeting, and the Legislative Summit.

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Each is an entry point for new and

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experienced members alike.

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Honestly, it’s all about staying engaged—whether you’re attending

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events, submitting bill ideas, or just reading alerts.

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Let’s wrap with some key takeaways and

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your next step to get involved.

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Let’s boil it down: First, NHLA is growing, with more legislators

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earning top ratings and new members connecting at events.

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Second, you have real opportunities to influence

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legislation—submit your bill ideas and attend the summit.

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Third, supporting candidates and grabbing merch

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keeps the movement visible and strong.

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The practical action?

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Sign up for NHLA Alerts today.

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That’s your ticket to timely info and a

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community that’s making a difference.

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Whether you’re new or seasoned, plug in, show up,

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and help advance liberty in New Hampshire.

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Thanks for joining us for this episode.

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Keep an eye out for upcoming events, and reach out if

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you have questions or want to get involved.

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We’ll see you at the next NHLA Power

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Hour—or maybe at Fulchino Vineyard.

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Until then, keep fighting for freedom and

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making your voice heard.