Phillip Walker

Phillip Walker was born in Nashua, New Hampshire. He earned a high school diploma from Tilton School, a bachelor's degree from Georgetown University in 1984, a graduate degree from the University of Oxford in 1986, and a law degree from Cornell Law School in 1997. His career experience includes working as a lawyer, real estate investor, and U.S. foreign service officer serving in the Middle East. Walker has been affiliated with the NH Bar, ABA, and the Episcopal Church.[1]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am Phil Walker and I am currently running for the New Hampshire state legislature to represent the towns of Dunbarton, Epsom, Allenstown, and Hooksett.

A lawyer and real estate professional, I have lived in Dunbarton for over 25 year. I am a husband and father of four grown children. Born and raised in New Hampshire, I am running because I love this state and I feel it’s about time I stepped up to help fix the things that need fixing.

New Hampshire is struggling, and we can do better. We have a very expensive cost-of-living, especially housing, an unfair system of taxation, often inadequate public education, the ongoing opioid epidemic, and so many other problems.

I want New Hampshire to be the best it can be. I will prioritize fair taxation, affordable, housing, and quality public education.

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?

I support a fair system of taxation in New Hampshire. Currently our property taxes are not equitable and often too high.I support high quality public education and that means adequate funding. Our crazy school funding system short changes, our children, and drives up some of our property taxes unfairly. The crazy voucher system put in by the Republicans makes things even worse.I support developing more affordable housing. Many of our children cannot stay in New Hampshire because they cannot afford the cost of housing and this needs to change.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Taxes, education, and housing all go together. Because of our unfair system of taxation, some peoples property taxes are way too high, while others do not pay their fair share, And education in this state is underfunded. Because public education is a financial burden on individual towns, many towns restrict development, even though we urgently need new housing in the state. Solve the tax problem and we move in the right direction for all three.

And there are so many other issues that need to be tackled. Drug abuse. Reproductive rights. Safeguarding democracy the bottom line is we need an effective team in state government and I hope you will give me your vote.

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

I have always had a great admiration for President Jimmy Carter. A deeply good person who has lived a life of service and humility. I particularly admire that losing the presidential race in 1980 did not define him, and he did so many worthwhile things after his presidency that his four years in the White House are simply one footnote in a long life of service.

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

Mr. Smith goes to Washington

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

Good judgment, honesty, and a desire to serve.

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

I will show up, I will do the work, I will listen to my constituents, and I will exercise good judgment.

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

Showing up, doing the work, listening to the constituents and doing the right thing.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would like to leave New Hampshire a better place than I found it.

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

I remember the moon landing, and I was around five. I remember I was having a hard time staying awake, but dad kept waking me up to make sure I did not miss it .

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

My first job was working in my dad‘s glass shop, Walker Glass, in Laconia. We did window and storefront installations all over the lakes region. That would’ve been from somewhere around age 12 to age 22, when dad sold the business.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Great story and good values.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Bilbo Baggins

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Stick Stick, by Noah Kahan. Local boy who’s done pretty well for himself. And I love his songs.

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

Staying positive, and engaged, and energetic in the face of what seems like unrelenting bad news has been a challenge for me as it has been for many, many other people. What I tell myself and what I tell other people (when it seems appropriate) is to never lose hope and to always keep going.

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

All the branches of government should work together in a positive collaborative fashion, but honest disagreement and debate is a healthy thing also.

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

The big challenge over the next decade is keeping young people in the state. Without young people, we lose our vibrancy and our advantage to keep young people in the state. We need to focus on affordable housing, good quality public education, And good paying jobs.

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

I think it depends on the individual.

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

No one builds anything big or lasting by themselves. You need a team; that doesn’t necessarily mean a party though. Legislators need to work together and where they disagree to find common ground.

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

I have always admired speaker Tip O’Neill, Who is an effective party leader but also able to work across the aisle to get things done.

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

I would like to focus on the job that I am seeking.

Both sitting legislators and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

I have heard a number of stories from folks about financial difficulties, resulting from addiction disorder of a loved one. When I hear stories like that, I am reminded that one person‘s problem is not their problem alone, but affects the entire community. It is important for the community to support members. No man is an island.

Tell us your favorite joke.

An old dairy farmer wins the lottery. One morning when he’s headed out to milk the cows, a TV reporter shows up to ask him how he plans to spend all of that money. He says, “ I guess I’ll keep farming until the money’s all gone.”

Should the legislature oversee or grant the use of emergency powers?

I think emergency powers are dangerous and I would not support that.

What is the first bill you would introduce if elected?

I Would support the introduction of legislation to increase the availability of affordable housing in New Hampshire.

What committees interest you?

I’ll serve wherever I am needed.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

People need to understand how their government works and where their money goes. Sunlight is the best disinfectant.

Would a state ballot initiative process be good or bad for your state?

We do have state Ballot initiatives from time to time