William Darby

William Darby lives in Nashua, New Hampshire.[1] Darby earned a high school diploma from Essex High School. Darby earned a B.S. in computer science/computer engineering from Clarkson University in 1993 and an M.S. in computer science from Villanova University in 1997.[2][3] His career experience includes working as a software engineer/manager with Arista Networks, the chief information strategist with Lee River Proprietary Strategies, and the principal software/systems engineer with MITRE.[2][4]

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First elected as a State Representative in 2022, Will Darby is the deputy ranking member of the Resources, Recreation and Development committee, which considers bills on clean water, state parks and natural resources. With degrees from Clarkson University and Villanova, he works as a software manager and engineer at Arista Networks in Nashua. Married to his amazing wife, Deb, for over 20 years, they have one grandchild and six daughters, including two public school teachers and a mental health nurse. An ardent outdoorsman, Will spends his free time boating on his favorite lake and exploring New Hampshire’s magnificent forests.

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Nashua residents are feeling the pinch of higher prices at every turn, from health care costs, to electricity rates, and property taxes. By putting people first, the state can help improve the cost of living, instead of kowtowing to out of state corporations and the ultra-wealthy. Property taxes offer a clear case where over the last six years the Republican trifecta in the State House chose to squeeze cities like Nashua by underfunding public schools, driving up the portion local families must pay as the cost of basic services, like special education and transportation skyrocket. The state can pay its fair share without resorting to broad-based earned income or sales taxes, as demonstrated by the "Better Budget" alternative in 2025.New Hampshire's population is rapidly aging as young people move out of the state, and many of those who choose to move here cannot stay due to the rising costs of housing, childcare, and the basic expenses, like electricity. In addition to the heartbreak felt by parents as they see their children leave the state, this loss of young talent makes it difficult for local businesses to find the workers necessary to expand. Encouraging higher density development, such as multi-family and mixed-use housing, will make homes affordable to young families and workers early in their careers. State programs such as the Housing Champions program encourage municipalities like Nashua to adopt pro-housing regulations to spur this crucial development.New Hampshire residents pay some of the highest electricity costs in the nation, driven up by backward-looking policies passed over the past six years in the State House. Since most of the state's electricity is generated from natural gas, New Hampshire ratepayers are vulnerable to volatile spikes in the price of gas. Recent advances in solar and wind technologies are reducing the cost of electricity generation below that of natural gas. And, when combined with increasingly common battery technology, renewable energy will help to stabilize costs for Granite Staters. Yet, bills signed by the Governor in 2025 gutted the Renewable Energy Fund, which virtually eliminated clean energy development, and cancelled a planned offshore wind project.

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Growing up in northern New England, I learned to appreciate the great outdoors from an early age. Having the good fortune of moving to New Hampshire in 1994, I quickly grew to love the state's natural beauty with pristine lakes, magnificent mountains, expansive forests, and the treasured sea coast. Like many Granite State residents and tourists, I cherish the recreational opportunities these natural treasures offer. And I am passionately committed to preserving the health of our environment, which provides the clear air and water on which we all depend.

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Planned Parenthood NH Action Fund PAC

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Will Darby has lived in Nashua since 2003, having originally moved to New Hampshire in 1994. After graduating from Clarkson University and receiving a Master’s from Villanova, he worked for Lockheed Sanders, Digital, MITRE and most recently Arista Networks as a software engineer and manager. Married to his amazing wife Deb for almost 20 years, they have six daughters, including two public school teachers and a mental health nurse. An ardent outdoorsman, Will prefers to spend his free time fishing and exploring New Hampshire’s forests.

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?

Save New Hampshire's environment from the ravages of climate change, pollution and habitat lossGuarantee women's reproductive healthcare rights and promote gender equalityRespect teachers and value public education, the cornerstone of an informed and productive society

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am most concerned about the health of the environment. The beauty of New Hampshire’s rivers, lakes, mountains, seacoast and wildlife are some of its greatest assets. Yet, climate change, pollution and habitat loss threaten these precious resources more than ever. Protecting the state's natural gifts from these threats will keep the economy vibrant, and ensure the outdoors our children and grandchildren grow up with offer the same opportunities we enjoy.