Jonathan Smolin
Jonathan Smolin was a Republican candidate for Governor of New Hampshire in the 2014 elections.[1] Smolin lost to Walter Havenstein in the Republican primary on September 9, 2014.
Biography
Smolin's professional experiences include stints as an exotic car mechanic, surgical assistant and nursing school president.[2]
Elections
2014
Smolin was running for election to the office of Governor of New Hampshire. Smolin lost the Republican nomination in the primary on September 9, 2014.[1]
Results
Primary
Governor of New Hampshire, Republican Primary, 2014 | ||||
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Candidate | Vote % | Votes | ||
55.7% | 62,766 | |||
Andrew Hemingway | 37.3% | 42,005 | ||
Daniel Greene | 4.8% | 5,362 | ||
Jonathan Smolin | 2.3% | 2,620 | ||
Total Votes | 112,753 | |||
Election results via New Hampshire Secretary of State. |
Debates
August 12 Republican debate
Republican candidates Walter Havenstein, Andrew Hemingway and Jonathan Smolin debated economic policy and casino gambling at Franklin Pierce University. Havenstein argued for a reduced tax on business profits and budget cuts that he claimed would produce 25,000 jobs by 2017. Hemingway proposed a flat income tax rate, a decreased corporate tax rate and reducing regulations to strengthen businesses. Smolin suggested that the state could reduce or eliminate college tuition to keep young workers in New Hampshire.[3]
The three primary opponents disagreed on the prospect of casino gambling in the state. Havenstein argued against casinos on the grounds that they wouldn't significantly improve the economy. Hemingway was more amenable to casinos, suggesting that current groups that run charity gambling operations could oversee new casinos. Smolin voiced support for a small number of casinos to provide a boost to New Hampshire's economy.[3]
All three candidates found consensus in their opposition to the Affordable Care Act and support for school choice in New Hampshire public schools.[3]
Campaign finance summary
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Personal
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Smolin and his wife have two children.[2]
Recent news
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See also
External links
Footnotes
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