Nicholas Bridle

Nicholas Bridle was born in Exeter, New Hampshire. Bridle's career experience includes working as a communications specialist. He earned a bachelor's degree from ECPI University in 2012.[1]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Nicholas Bridle grew up on Hampton Beach. Rising through the Hampton School district, he balanced sports, school, & his time in Boy Scouts of America Troop 177 where he earned the rank of Eagle Scout. Graduating from Winnacunnet High School in 2002, he then went to live in MA, working in hospitality in the city while trying his hand at stand-up comedy. In 2009, he moved to Raleigh, NC, where he earned a BS in Criminal Justice, then starting his career as a Probation Officer in Wake County, NC. Moving back to New England, Nicholas was elected to the Hampton Municipal Budget Committee in 2015. Nicholas took a job as a Fire/EMS Dispatcher with the Derry, NH Fire Department, in 2016. Nicholas has been a longtime advocate for our first responders, having been elected as President of the New Hampshire Emergency Dispatchers Association. He created the Derry Fire Fighters Charitable Organization, a nonprofit dedicated to giving back to those in the community he served. He is the Event Director for the Hampton Beach Seafood Festival, and the Annual Hampton Holiday Parade, two longstanding tentpole events. He focuses on bringing our community together, promoting our local businesses, & keeping our cultural relevancy as high as some of the other premier communities in the Granite State. Nicholas Bridle lives in Hampton with his wife, Kelley, and their daughter. Their hearts & house are full thanks to their pets Buddy & Lenny.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

My first priority is to be a good steward for the community of Hampton. Our elected officials should be transparent, accessible, and kind. I am running to be the change that I am seeking in our Elected Officials.As a freshman politician, I would like to gain a solid footing in Concord by making connections. Networking, discussion, and building relationships are a cornerstone of compromise, and I feel as though this creates the bedrock of our legislation efforts.In Hampton specifically, our wonderful community is largely fueled by tourism. Our businesses are the heart of our community and we need to ensure that they are supported so that our community can endure the next 100 years. Keeping an eye on the future, and legacy planning will require a strong relationship with those in Concord.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I understand that the State Representatives deal with a wide array of legislation, I will say that my passion is for Hampton and my constituency. I know this is vague, but I feel as a newer politician, if my policy intentions and focus are to narrow, I may miss an opportunity to benefit my community.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

My father. The example he set for me as a child was one that I didn't recognize at the time, but had a lasting impact on me. Now, as a father myself, I find myself reliving interactions with my father from my youth with different eyes. It makes me appreciate the opportunities that I have had over my years.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

I don't think so. I really have be influenced over time by a multitude of experiences, and interactions with my community. I have found that we have way more in common than we don't, and I enjoy finding that common ground with people and working out from there.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Integrity, Transparency and Candor. One is elected to represent all of their District, not push a personal agenda.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I hope to be a good steward for my District. I want to exhibit transparency, integrity, and be approachable for those I represent. I think also that I would like to be kind, especially when disagreeing with those who oppose my views. Being able to disagree and still be kind to one another is a quality that I feel we have gotten away from in our society.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Show up and represent. Especially as a younger elected official, is elected I recognize that my voice is an outlier in Concord. Not that I intend to be the loudest voice in the room, but I at least intend to be present enough to have my voice and position be heard.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Politically I would like to be an Elected Official that people are proud to support. I want people to be able to say, "I voted for Nicholas Bridle". I want to serve with integrity, honor, and a reverence for the title.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

I remember Princess Diana and Mother Theresa passing within days of each other. I was in 8th grade (12 years old) and it was there first of many watershed moments for me that I remember.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

A seafood restaurant named Little Jack's on Hampton Beach. I worked there for a total 22 years, and learned a lot about myself regarding work ethic, leadership and becoming a positive member of society. In my later years, I was able to help mentor the next generation of employees and teach them how to be successful.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Recognizing that there is a shift in perception, societally, that those in my generation are struggling to buy a house, creating a household, and raising a family in that home may not be achievable. There are some widening failure points in our communities that are moving the needle, and talking about them is difficult to contextualize.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature?

A fluid working relationship. I can recall times when the Legislature has been at odds with the governor, and times when they work together, and I believe that our State has more productivity when we work together to make creative palatable solutions.

What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?

A tough question, but I worry that partisan politics has caused our State to slip out of relevancy. We are a small but mighty state and need to work toward ensuring that we maintain our reputation as a fierce political force.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

I don't, I am a freshman politician, with very little experience. I think there is a balance, some senior members need to be there to pass the torch to the junior members. I also think there is a case to be made for a need for churn in our legislature. Too many politicians have served for too long and they need to cultivate the next generation of leaders.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Not only is it beneficial, it is essential. A majority of the electorate in NH is registered Independent, and I believe that most people want their Elected Officials to work together. Putting good policy ahead of party politics.

Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Bits and pieces of politicians have influenced my decision to run. As a teen and young adult I was very fortunate to meet John McCain and Mitt Romney. I've meet Governor Chris Sununu on several occasions and really appreciate his demeanor. I am hoping to model a reverence for elected office that I feel societally we have drifted away from.

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

I wouldn't be opposed to it, however not being presumptive, I would like to, if elected, serve in this role to the best of my ability first. If my community encourages me to subsequently run for a higher office, I will consider that then.

What committees interest you?

Having background in Public Safety, I am interested in the Labor Committee.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

I fully support financial transparency when it comes to elected officials, I believe that this helps to keep our Elected Officials accountable. That being said, campaigns do cost money, and candidates should declare where the money they raise originates. This allows their District to see if there are any conflicting interests with their candidate.