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Primary Night Recaps & General Election Strategy: Jeff Chidester  Covers High-Stakes NH Races with McElveen, Scott, Spradling, and Steinhauser
Primary Night Recaps & General Election Strategy: Jeff Chidester Covers High-Stakes NH Races with McElveen, Scott, Spradling, and Steinhauser

WFEA radio host Jeff Chidester brings together four of New Hampshire’s most knowledgeable political analysts for a comprehensive post-primary breakdown of the 2026 Granite State midterms. Featuring former WMUR political director Josh McElveen, Sarah Scott of Americans for Prosperity-NH, Scott Spradling of the Spradling Group, and Fox News political reporter Paul Steinhauser, each guest provides expert analysis on the pivotal outcomes from Primary Night and the path forward to November.

  • The Pappas-Sununu Senate Race: The analysts examine the high-stakes matchup between Democrat Chris Pappas and Republican John E. Sununu. They weigh in on candidate positioning, how each side navigated their respective primary hurdles, and what both camps must do to appeal to New Hampshire’s critical independent voters.

  • The Shaheen–DiLorenzo House Races: The panel evaluates the key House clashes, offering insight into Stefany Shaheen’s victory in the Democratic primary and how candidates on both sides of the aisle are framing economic and regional issues heading into the general election.

  • Primary Night Observations & Next Steps: Each analyst delivers a unique perspective on voter turnout, shifting grassroots momentum, and party unity. They highlight what candidates must focus on as they pivot from primary battles to general election campaign strategies.

For official details regarding local voting processes, election results, or general election information in New Hampshire, you can consult the New Hampshire Secretary of State Election Division.

 

 

 

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