The Week in Review: Helmets, Bible signs and Election Central

The topic that generated the most discussion this week on the LFDA is... motorcycle helmets. It wasn't even close.

A news article stating motorcycle related deaths increased 220 percent this year set off a frenzy of comments opposing a mandatory helmet law. Check out our Facebook page or this Joe Citizen blog for a sample.

Bible sign
Should a property owner in Chichester be allowed to construct an electronic sign that displays Bible scripture? The town zoning board voted against the request, citing concerns the sign would distract drivers. The property owner argued his sign would be no different than a gas station sign located across the street.

How does the LFDA community feel?



Other notable topics:

• Lottery ditches new online game
• Push to remove Merrimack tolls on Turnpike
• Negative attack ads

Election Central
The LFDA is proud to announce the completion of our State House of Representatives section. We've spent the last few months building a database of candidates (800+) seeking office in the House.

We are extremely proud of the interactive district map. There are 103 House districts in New Hampshire. Voters who don't know their district (it can be confusing) can slide their cursor along the map for a list of cities and towns in each district.

One click takes you to the district page which lists all the candidates seeking office.

Each candidate has his/her own page. We've compiled bio and contact information. If a candidate responded to our Issue Survey, then you'll find the responses on the page.

I challenge anyone to find a comparable resource.

Have a great weekend!