Former New Hampshire Attorney General Kelly Ayotte (R) has avoided a primary challenge from businessman Fred Tausch, who backed out of the race today.
STEWARD of Prosperity founder Fred Tausch, of Merrimack, issued the following statement today regarding his plans for the 2010 elections:
“As I’ve traveled across New Hampshire for STEWARD, it’s become very clear to me that voters are looking for a new kind of bold leadership. Fed up with professional politicians who have stopped listening to them and acting in their best interest, they want to stop the seemingly endless spendathon at the Statehouse and on Capitol Hill.
“Many Republicans have encouraged me to be their voice as a candidate for office next year. It was an honor to be approached and I gave the prospect serious consideration. But after careful deliberation, I’ve decided not to enter public service at this time.”
Former state Board of Education Chairman Ovide Lamontagne (R) may still enter the primary, but Ayotte is strongly favored by national Republicans. The winner will face Rep. Paul Hodes in what will be a close general election battle.