Former NH senator says Manchester mayor would turn state ‘into Massachusetts'

A former New Hampshire Senator is responding after Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey endorsed Manchester Mayor Joyce Craig for Governor after current governor Chris Sununu announced he will not be running for reelection.

Former New Hampshire Attorney General and Senator Kelly Ayotte, tweeted “Take it from @maura_healey, Joyce Craig would turn New Hampshire into Massachusetts.”

Take it from @maura_healey, Joyce Craig would turn New Hampshire into Massachusetts.

Our next Governor must be a tough and tested conservative who will fight to ensure that New Hampshire remains safe, prosperous, and free. #nhpolitics https://t.co/tyYRprnsHV

— Kelly Ayotte (@KellyAyotte) July 19, 2023

“Like many Granite Staters, I fear we are one election away from turning into Massachusetts,” Ayotte wrote in a different statement she posted into social media.

Healey, who has family in New Hampshire, said “Joyce has delivered again and again for Manchester — her record of success speaks for itself.” in a tweet

Joyce has delivered again and again for Manchester — her record of success speaks for itself.

I know firsthand the strength and values she brings to the table, and I’m so excited to endorse her campaign for Governor of NH. Let’s goooo!!! https://t.co/80nqTowbBO

— Maura Healey (@maura_healey) July 19, 2023

Candidates are now declaring after New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu said he was not running for reelection with 18 months left to serve.