mari_right I am seeking re-election to the New Hampshire House of Representatives to continue representing the citizens of Salem and Windham in the state government. The challenges facing our state require bold, innovative, and independent conservative leadership if we are to preserve the New Hampshire Advantage – a result of governance based upon ideals of smaller government, free markets and local control, and an economy that works without an income or sales tax.  I believe that those closest to the issues should be allowed and provided the ability to solve them, and that public service in New Hampshire should always be about effective governance and implementation of policies that improve the lives of citizens in the Granite State.
New Hampshire presently faces an historic budget deficit, which combined with a weak national economy and an onslaught of tax and fee increases has resulted in substantial hardships on families, caused businesses to struggle, and has forced many to relocate to other states.  In a state such as ours, which relies on property taxes for much of its revenue, it is imperative that state government live within its means by finding solutions that are wide-reaching and lasting and free of government inefficiency and waste. 
Thomas Jefferson said that, “The first and primary duty of government is to protect innocent human life.” To that end, I am a proponent of legislation that protects the weakest among us and an advocate of traditional family values that I believe have helped make our nation strong.

Throughout my term, I want to help advance comprehensive reforms spanning across state government that I have supported since my first term, including educational choice, public safety, health care, environment and energy, transportation, and economic development. No matter what the issue or legislative action, I do not forget that it is the people who control the government - an entity established by and for the people.
 I hope that you will stay in touch and keep me attune to your concerns and accountable to your interests.  By working together we can find the right balance between law and conscience, between sacrifice and abundance, and between self-sufficiency and a helping hand.   
I truly believe that there is nothing better than America at its best, and I want our state to be an integral part and consummate example of our national uniqueness and success.

It is my sincere hope that my record of fidelity to the promises I have made during each campaign will serve to earn your trust and support once again.
Sincerely,
Marilinda Garcia     



                                                                                       
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