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New Hampshire ballot

Governor of New Hampshire

General: November 3, 2026 · Primary: September 8, 2026

General election

RepublicanIncumbentAttorney

Kelly Ayotte is an attorney and former New Hampshire Attorney General running for reelection as Governor. She emphasizes community safety through law enforcement support and cracking down on drug trafficking, securing borders and enforcing immigration laws, and supporting law enforcement officers.

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DemocraticAttorney

Cinde Warmington is a attorney and democratic candidate running for Governor of New Hampshire. Cinde Warmington emphasizes affordability and healthcare.

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Constitution PartyFirst-time candidateWithdrewMechanic

A Constitution Party mechanic with 40-plus years of experience and a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, Laplante is running for this first U.S. Senate bid from New Hampshire. He emphasizes constitutional compliance, limited government, and protecting citizens' liberty and rights.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrewRestaurateur

Jonathan Kiper ran for Governor of New Hampshire in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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LibertarianFirst-time candidateSoftware developer

Stephen Villee is a Software developer, running for office for the first time. They emphasizes economic policy and election integrity.

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Primary

RepublicanIncumbentAdvancedAttorney

Kelly Ayotte is an attorney and former New Hampshire Attorney General running for reelection as Governor. She emphasizes community safety through law enforcement support and cracking down on drug trafficking, securing borders and enforcing immigration laws, and supporting law enforcement officers.

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DemocraticAdvancedAttorney

Cinde Warmington is a attorney and democratic candidate running for Governor of New Hampshire. Cinde Warmington emphasizes affordability and healthcare.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidate

Robert McClory is a Republican candidate for Governor of New Hampshire in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidateAgriculture

Shaun Fife is a Republican candidate for Governor of New Hampshire in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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