Ann McLane Kuster

Ann McLane Kuster

U.S. House, New Hampshire - District 2

  • A well-known community leader
  • A lifelong advocate for women's rights
  • A tough battle in a swing district

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About Ann McLane Kuster

A history of public service

A New Hampshire native, Ann McLane Kuster has the experience and the commitment to represent the Granite State’s second district in Congress. Kuster, whose family has a long history of political involvement, has been an active leader in her community, using her legal expertise to fight for women's reproductive rights and serving as a member of numerous charitable boards. Kuster, a dedicated Democratic activist, was recognized for her continued commitment to progressive politics in 2000, receiving the state party's Eleanor Roosevelt Award for her service on the local, state, and national level.

A champion for women and families

Kuster has been a dedicated defender of the rights of women and families throughout her career -- and her efforts have certainly not gone unnoticed. Kuster worked on behalf of NARAL Pro-Choice New Hampshire, and she was one of a network of attorneys assisting young women seeking legal counsel. In 2002, Kuster was recognized with the Athena Award for her service, professional excellence, and assistance to women. Two years later, Kuster received the Marilla M. Ricker Achievement Award from the New Hampshire Women's Bar Association for her efforts to expand women's opportunities in the legal profession.

A challenging swing district

When Democratic Cong. Paul Hodes announced his intention to run for Senate, Democrats and Republicans set their sights on the open seat. Keeping this district in Democratic hands will be crucial in 2010 -- and that's exactly why the GOP is eager to take control. Republican Jennifer Horn, who unsuccessfully challenged Hodes in 2008, has already announced her candidacy. And former Republican Cong. Charlie Bass, who held this seat until 2006, is said to be eying the race. Kuster will be counting on the support of EMILY's List members to make sure this swing seat stays blue in 2010.

November 13, 2009

McLane Kuster speaks out in fight to protect reproductive rights

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McLane Kuster speaks out in fight to protect reproductive rights

The Stupak/Pitts Amendment, passed with the House's health care bill last week, has caused a firestorm among pro-choice organizations and leaders. In New Hampshire, EMILY's List candidate Ann McLane Kuster, a long-time advocate for women's reproductive rights, has been at the forefront of the call for continued protection of women's rights.

McLane Kuster sent an email to supporters before the amendment passed, warning them of the dangerous potential outcome and the need for action.

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October 21, 2009

Candidates give an introduction

The Keene Sentinel

Candidates give an introduction

Two candidates, slated to be rivals, made a dual appearance — but not a dueling appearance — introducing their campaigns to local voters.

[Ann McLane Kuster] noted her involvement in a public/private partnership to provide free prescription medication for elderly and low-income patients, and a similar partnership to allow parents to save for their kids’ college education tax-free.

Kuster said she is “passionately pro-choice,” supports a public health-care option “with affordable access for all, but not at any cost, or we’ll all go broke,” and stressed the environmental and strategic importance of energy independence.

“I want to do better for the next generation,” she said. “It’s challenging. What we’ve seen in the first nine months of this administration is this is not something the president can do alone. It comes down to Congress.”

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October 7, 2009

Emerging Races: NH-2, IL-10, MN-6

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Emerging Races: NH-2, IL-10, MN-6

We're almost at the one-year mark for 2010 elections, and you can feel races starting to heat up. Around here, that means keeping a close eye on some of the most highly anticipated races in the country. A number of impressive women candidates have the press and the pundits talking, and we want to make sure you know about the latest House buzz:

Ann McLane Kuster, NH-02
The Nashua Telegraph recently reported that "Democratic congressional candidate Ann McLane Kuster is on a roll." And NH Political Report has had similar words of praise, saying she's proving herself in this campaign and giving her two "up arrows" in a row. Not a bad beginning for this up-and-comer running for a critical open seat.

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