New Hampshire’s November ballot question regarding a school tax cap misrepresents the law. While it claims the cap will not impact classrooms, the statute indicates it applies to the entire school district’s property tax levy. Key details about duration and voting thresholds also lack clarity, prompting concern among voters.
New Hampshire’s courts manage family disputes as adversarial cases, often intensifying personal conflicts during emotional times. Many individuals navigate this process without legal representation, facing strict deadlines and public records. The pressures of proving guardianship and partitioning property can complicate family relationships, highlighting a system that overlooks the unique challenges of intra-family cases.
Dexter Dow, editor of Granite State Report, responds to a reader’s concerns about potential dangers in accountability journalism. He emphasizes the importance of transparency in government, facilitated by New Hampshire’s Right-to-Know Law. Dow affirms his commitment to public documentation, ensuring citizens can access information and hold officials accountable.
Megan Robinson’s death in October 2021 was deemed “not suspicious” by New Hampshire State Police even before toxicology results were available. Found in the basement of a registered sex offender, Richard Glover, her case raised doubts about police procedures and the validity of the state’s sex offender registry, prompting ongoing demands for transparency.
In the ongoing war-on-terror prosecutions, only three judges have ruled torture evidence inadmissible over twenty-five years. This rarity reflects a system designed to avoid accountability, with many detainees uncharged and confessions sanitized by polite interviews. The lack of legal consequences for torturers underscores a troubling pattern in U.S. justice.
The article discusses the endorsement of Donald Trump by the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) despite his felony conviction and subsequent pardons for individuals who assaulted police officers during the January 6 Capitol riots. It highlights the disconnect between police union loyalty and the consequences of political decisions affecting law enforcement.
The Office That Almost Didn’t Exist | Granite State Report Granite State Report Granite State Report Civic Journalism for New Hampshire Opinion Dexter Dow · granitestatereport.com Accountability • Child Welfare The Office That Almost Didn’t Exist New Hampshire created its Office of the Child Advocate after two toddlers died in…
In April 2026, journalist Dexter Dow reached out to Northfield legislators Greg Hill, James Thibault, and Howard Pearl for their positions on four significant bills, including a controversial student ID ban and a citizenship verification mandate. None responded. Their votes are now public, with ongoing legal challenges expected for these laws.
Government transparency ensures citizens can access and understand governmental actions, fostering accountability and trust. It consists of three pillars: access to information, proactive disclosure, and public participation. This principle enhances democracy by allowing public scrutiny, reduces corruption, and leads to measurable improvements in public services, ultimately empowering communities and improving governance.
