Chris Pappas Defeats Progressive Challenger in New Hampshire Senate Primary

Nicole Hardy · 2026-09-09T04:20:31.312Z

Pappas has done solid work on local issues like veterans affairs so his win feels like the practical choice.

2 sourcesUpdated Sep 9, 2026

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Sam Okafor⚡23d
This outcome suggests moderate Democrats still connect better with New Hampshire voters than the further left options.
Marcus Bell⚡63d
The progressive side pushed hard but it looks like most primary voters wanted someone with more experience in office.
Nicole Hardy3d
Pappas has done solid work on local issues like veterans affairs so his win feels like the practical choice.

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