DERRY — A former town councilor hopes to oust the incumbent senatore in District 19.
Democrat and former Derry town councilor R. Christopher Reisdorf takes on Republican incumbent James Rausch on Nov. 6.
District 19 includes Derry, Hampstead and Windham.
If elected, Reisdorf said he would want to tackle tax issues at the state level, including more income-based property tax credits.
He credited his opponent for all his work on helping the town of Derry with education funding issues and for his commitment to the Interstate 93 widening project.
Rausch said he hopes to continue his work on the I-93 project and work to support more jobs in the state.
Name: James Rausch
Age: 65
Party: Republican
Incumbent: Yes
Occupation: Retired veterinarian
Elective experience: State senate, state representative
What is your top priority if elected?: To continue my support for a highly educated workforce; continue work on finishing I-93 including Exit 4-A; support our small business community for job creation.
Name: R. Christopher Reisdorf
Age: 61
Party: Democrat
Incumbent: No
Occupation: Semi-retired, construction
Elective experience: Derry Town Council, Charter Commission
What is your top priority if elected?: To discuss the tax structure for the state of New Hampshire.
