Emmett Soldati for NH

These days 🛠️

8 years (and counting!) of absolute nonsense 💃

I always thought I was a dancer in another life and helps me live my dreams in this one.

Thanks Sarah (and Julianne and Liam) and everyone who indulges my crazy ideas! Check out for more pics and videos of today's performance (record breaking this year!) 🩷

Grateful for these last two months.

These rockstars let me tag along their campaigns and I've watched so many folks in Somersworth and Rochester get inspired by what's possible in their community.

These two have shown me what it means to love your town, love your neighbors, and love the place you're in. As mayors, they would break a cycle of status quo governance that has been around for so long we just don't know there's any other way to do things. I'm voting for and supporting a new way.

If you reside in Somersworth or Rochester, check out Crystal Paradis' and Palana Hunt-Hawkins' campaigns for mayor and make a plan to vote tomorrow (Tuesday Nov 2!)

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Everybody say Happy Birthday Ed! 🎉🐾

Knowing you has been such a joy and a blessing. You have given and taught me so much in our friendship. Forever inspired and energized by your spirit and generosity. Here's to another incredible year! ❤️

Ed Butler

Incredible to get this kind of candor from Sununu.

Turns out they rejected my unanimous nomination to the Recovery Council because of my politics, not because they had any plans to add diverse voices to the board.

'They deserve a voice': John Burns of SOS resigns from Sununu's recovery council John Burns resigned from the NH Recovery Friendly Workplace Advisory Council citing disappointment in the governor not adding BIPOC and LGBTQ voices.

For those still making up their minds about Somersworth's mayoral race, I hope you'll take a moment to read and share the words of my father, our former mayor.

On a personal note, he taught me what public service can look like when one puts the needs of others above one's self and it's wonderful to see him welcoming the next generation with such an inspirational tone.

Lincoln Soldati: My endorsement of Crystal Paradis for mayor of Somersworth My wife and I have known Crystal Paradis for many years and watched her commit herself to service across this state.

Love rocking out to at Rochester Porchfest 🤘

Citizens Turn Out Seeking Fair Political Boundaries at Dover Meeting Strafford County residents charged House and Senate special committees on redistricting to do their work and bring back a new political map to consider that is fair.

Living sober for 11 years this month. Or as I like to call it, living.

Being in long term recovery isn't about my last sip or my worst experience. It's about recovering parts of me I always wanted to feel, express, and share. It's about being the first on the dance floor, confident in new circles, adventurous in new spaces, vulnerable and present with my friends and family. These things didn't come naturally 11 years ago, but I've slowly recovered them. Living substance free is a continual practice and now I wouldn't have it any other way.

You better believe I am!

I'm going ALL IN for !

This is Rochester's moment y'all.

Know someone that lives in Rochester? Tag em plssss

Happy Indonesian Independence Day Somersworth 🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩

Somersworth, Dirgahayu Indonesia

The Tri-Cities just keep getting better and better!!

'Rochester's moment': Palana Hunt-Hawkins announces run for mayor Rochester City Councilor Palana Hunt-Hawkins (formerly Belken) has announced she is running for mayor of Rochester.

Feeling inspired 🙌

Just got home from launch party where 100 folks showed up to say

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It's never felt so good to be a barista.

I'm back in the shop after a year of roads ventured, lessons learned, new friendships, and a renewed commitment to my community.

Grateful to my wonderful staff and supportive family for helping keep the little Q***r Oasis that is going strong.

Catch me slinging bubble teas, breakfast sammys, and more in Somersworth (and yes soon Concord!)

Having trouble keeping track of what's going down at our Statehouse? Worried about the destructive agenda the current majority is pushing to dismantle reproductive healthcare access or targeting trans youth?

Join me and Kent Street Coalition for an action-packed event on Thursday night!

Hear from Councilor Palana Belken, Zandra Rice Hawkins, Renny Cushing, Molly Cowan, Liz Canada, and Latha Mangipudi!

Starts at 6pm on Thursday, April 8th

RSVP HERE:
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We brought hope and inspiration to so many communities in this state and that will last. If you're wondering how I'm feeling about this race and the future, check this out:

Emmett Soldati reflects after losing bid for chair of NH Democratic Party He ran what he called a "Local First" platform for NHDP chair, encouraging an “up-ballot” approach.

Four months ago we started this campaign w/ a simple idea to grow our party: everyone is invited.

That simple but powerful premise has reached every corner of this state and inspired so many to believe in their own potential and that of their community.

Congrats to Ray Buckley for winning another term in this record setting election! Grateful for the opportunity to lift up voices across our state that share our values.

I am feeling so proud. The support of all of you is a sign that we have so much energy in this Party, and that's what we need in the road ahead.

Special shout-out to my partner in this adventure, Eric Schildge When I met Eric, he helped transform that small spark into a robust plan + vision for our whole state.

As for what comes next? I'm ready to build from the ground up to secure a brighter future for all Granite Staters. Who's ready to start making a difference in their local community?

With the NHDP Chair election just days away, that means we could be ushering in a new strategy and plan for our party starting next week. Now is the time we can bring everyone together across the state—elected leaders, activists, and future candidates—to get inspired and energize our state.

Can you join us tonight? At 6pm

RSVP HERE https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtfuivrzsjGNeUywD66mtz-cZGS1nH8oEe

With Special Guests State Sen. Becky Whitley;
State Rep. and Chair of the NH Democratic Latino Caucus, Maria Elizabeth Perez;
Former State Rep. and Candidate, Wendy Thomas
and Democratic Activist, June Garen.

Registration is Closing!

Want to tune in to the New Hampshire Democratic Party State Committee meeting on Sunday at 1PM?
You must register by Noon Today!

Reg here: http://emmettsoldati.com/get-involved

Don't forget to set your clocks ahead this weekend, Sunday's meeting is 1PM EDT!

Get Involved | Emmett Soldati for NHDP Chair Local First CelebrationJoin us on Zoom as we celebrate all of you and the campaign we've built as we wrap up this campaign! RSVP now NHDP State Committee MeetingAll Registered Democrats are welcome to tune in to the State Committee Meeting on Sunday, March 14th! **Make sure to register by Friday, Ma...

Had the pleasure to chat with Peter Biello for NHPR this week about the upcoming election for New Hampshire Democratic Party leadership. Tune in below!

https://www.nhpr.org/post/soldati-says-hes-running-nh-dems-chair-strengthen-local-ties-grassroots /0

Soldati Says He's Running For N.H. Dems' Chair To Strengthen Local Ties, Grassroots After the 2020 election, New Hampshire Democrats found themselves in an uncomfortable position. They lost the majorities in the New Hampshire House, Senate

With the State Committee election just a week away, there's only one thing on my mind - the party - that's why we're having a Local First party to celebrate the incredible coalition and movement we've built for a LocalFirst New Hampshire.

Join me and Senator Becky Whitley, State Rep. Maria Elizabeth Perez, Former State Rep. and Candidate, Wendy Thomas and Democratic Activist, June Garen on
Friday, March 12th at 6pm

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Local First Celebration

Last week the New Hampshire Democratic Party's Task Force released their report on the 2020 election—notably we are the only state where majorities in both chambers (+ Exec Council) flipped blue to red, even though NH supported Biden and our federal delegation.

While the Task Force was actively reaching out to constituents, activists, and elected leaders throughout the state, our campaign for a approach to growing our party was also on the trail. To date, I’ve met with 57 town and county democratic committees, which included over 1000 Democrats.

After reviewing the report, there were 43 recommendations from the Task Force committee that align with, or are addressed by my strategic plan. Notably, the two main themes that came up more than any other topic are the need for messaging, and providing local support.

As I’ve been connecting with Democrats throughout the state, I’ve laid out plans to craft and deploy a credible, consistent, and compelling message for our party, and to strengthen and invest in every community, every year. But there’s something deeper here.

These concepts are intertwined. Folks ask, “how do we invest in every community?” While I’ve spoken about the need for a finance director & statewide donor outreach program, the financial resources aren’t the only tool to spur activity at the local level.

A credible, consistent and compelling message *is* local support. If we speak to fair public education funding, end the prohibition on cannabis, support reproductive healthcare access & demand cleaner air, water & land, these messages have the potential to connect local communities—because they matter to local communities.

The best way to show up for our smaller, rural, or less active communities is to make sure their needs, interests, and voices are represented in our platform, and make sure our platform is put to work. This is how we build not just a bigger party, but a stronger and more connected party: by activating folks who don’t see or hear themselves in our party and who don’t see New Hampshire issues in our message. The way to unify our party and build momentum is speaking to what our party can do for our state, not to simply attack those who run against our candidates.

If our party wants to win votes in NH, then we have to put NH back into the NHDP. We need to be talking about NH values, NH issues, and lifting up NH voices.

State parties across the country are beginning to recognize that winning at the top means building from the bottom. Here in NH it means speaking to small rural spaces & mid-sized cities that make NH magnificent but need our politics—and our policies—to tap into our true potential.

That’s how I plan to lead. If you want to join me, chip in a few dollars or add your voice here: www.emmettsoldati.com/get-involved

Get Involved | Emmett Soldati for NHDP Chair Join our Campaign This race is about community. I hope you consider lending your voice to our coalition.   Are you a NH Democrat who is passionate about strengthening our party? Emmett Soldati is running for New Hampshire Democratic Party Chair. He brings a proven record as a local activist and par...

“There is no question about Emmett’s sincerity – he is passionate about building a strong, diverse community where all cultures are celebrated and welcomed. Emmett Soldati is deeply committed to the community, which is evident by his Local First platform.”

Read more here:
https://www.concordmonitor.com/Soldati-for-party-chair-39083327

Letter: Soldati will modernize Democratic Party State committee members should vote for Emmett Soldati as the New Hampshire Democratic Party chair. I first met Emmett during a car rally at the Strafford County jail, where we were urging for the release of civil detainees. These rallies are held...

In 2 weeks our party will convene to determine who will lead the New Hampshire Democratic Party into the future. Excited to announce another 20 members of the State Committee who have made their support of our campaign public, including State Senator, Suzanne Prentiss

Read her full statement:
"I am proud to endorse Emmett Soldati in his campaign to be the next Chair of the New Hampshire Democratic Party. At the core of this important decision were two factors: First, I believe in Emmett and his bold and inclusive vision for the future of the NH Democratic Party. His Local First, ten-year Strategic Plan lays out the necessary steps for us to build a strong and sustainable Democratic Party in terms of fundraising, local organizing, effective messaging, and collaborative leadership.
And second, my constituents have made it clear that Emmett's vision and plan for our party reflects their experiences, concerns, and hopes for the future of our party. Having supporters activated and reaching out in this campaign is a glimpse into what kind of energy and engagement we can expect with Emmett as Chair. As their representative, I have promised to listen and respond to my constituents, and this endorsement represents my commitment to keeping that promise. Emmett has made that same promise to the State Committee and every Democrat in our state. He is ready to lead."

These folks are among the 200+ activists, elected leaders, and state committee members that have voiced their support for our campaign. When we bring everyone in and make them feel welcome, we have the best strategy to be competitive everywhere.

The NH Democratic Party can transform our politics by reflecting the lived experiences of communities of color in our state.

That includes how we advocate for and conduct our first in the nation primary.

Emmett Soldati: A fresh defense of NH's primary status NEW HAMPSHIRE’s first-in-the-nation (FITN) presidential primary is under heavy scrutiny. A major argument against FITN is New Hampshire’s lack of racial diversity. We are a small state, and, according to

Momentum continues to build for this incredible coalition of statewide leaders and activists supporting a Local First future for the New Hampshire Democratic Party

So honored to have their support!

Join us https://emmettsoldati.com/get-involved/

Proud to have the support of two bold state senators
Senator Becky Whitley and Senator Rebecca Perkins Kwoka!

Read their full endorsement here:
https://emmettsoldati.com/becky-whitley-rebecca-perkins-kwoka/

Endorsement: State Senators Whitley and Perkins Kwoka Support Soldati for NHDP Chair - Emmett Soldati Statement from State Senators Becky Whitley and Rebecca Perkins Kwoka endorsing Emmett Soldati for Chair of the NH Democratic Party “Our party draws its strength from its people—each and every one of us. When we engage with people on the impact of policy in their day-to-day lives, we serve our v...

Proud to have the support of two bold state senators
Senator Becky Whitley and Senator Rebecca Perkins Kwoka! Read their full endorsement here: https://emmettsoldati.com/becky-whitley-rebecca-perkins-kwoka/

Endorsement: State Senators Whitley and Perkins Kwoka Support Soldati for NHDP Chair - Emmett Soldati Statement from State Senators Becky Whitley and Rebecca Perkins Kwoka endorsing Emmett Soldati for Chair of the NH Democratic Party “Our party draws its strength from its people—each and every one of us. When we engage with people on the impact of policy in their day-to-day lives, we serve our v...

Grateful to have connected with Leah Plunkett over our shared values and belief in NH's bright future, even as primary opponents. Her support speaks to the statewide coalition that is ready for a approach to the New Hampshire Democratic Party

Thank you Leah!
Plunkett for New Hampshire

Letter: Proud to support Emmett Soldati for NH Democratic Party chair I am proud now to support my former primary opponent, Emmett Soldati, in his run for Chair of the New Hampshire Democratic Party.

I don’t just have a vision for the New Hampshire Democratic Party, I have a plan. A plan to make our party stronger, more inclusive, modernized & connected to the grassroots of this magnificent state. A plan for a party that’s ready for victory every year including the next redistricting year.


To read more about our Local First Strategic Plan:
https://emmettsoldati.com/local-first/
If you see yourself in this movement, get involved today
https://emmettsoldati.com/get-involved/

Grateful for the support of these incredible Cheshire County Leaders! Amanda Toll, Joe Schapiro Sparky VonPlinsky, Larry Welkowitz, Shaun M Filiault, Bobby Williams and Randy Filiault

We support Soldati for Democratic chair, by Amanda Elizabeth Toll, et al Dear Cheshire County constituents,

Beyond proud of this growing slate of public endorsements from every corner of our great state!

Join this movement at https://emmettsoldati.com/get-involved/

Our campaign has the support of leaders from all across the Granite State. So proud of our Public Endorsers like Mo Baxley, Former Vice Chair of the New Hampshire Democratic Party

Tonight is the night!
Join us at 6:30p to see what the future of the New Hampshire Democratic Party will look like!

Don't forget to register here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYkdOGrpzwpG9xpnnoNtM1QPGdKhhxaxn0v?fbclid=IwAR0UUmnjtezGeAjvsyCxBXhki85Q3SEyIBnA7ViGNiDLzN53DuyixR4OxZQ

Thank you Charlie! Our Party is stronger when we connect communities from every corner of our state, and those active in the North Country like Charlie are key to building a bigger-tent, local first future for the NH Democratic Party.

NH is filled with small, magnificent spaces. A local first future means including the voices of rural NH as we build a bigger party. Thank you for your support, Knute!

As NH DEMs begins to wrap its head around why things didn't go so well for the state and local folks -- especially regarding messaging in rural NH -- in the last cycle, I find myself looking ahead to how we might benefit from a different perspective when it comes to leadership at the very top.

I think it is REALLY important for there to be options when we choose leaders. I don't know when it last was the case that someone ran against the present chair of the state party.

While Mr. Buckley has done so much in the many years he's been leading, I have found his vision these last few years lacking a bigger view of things: In short: We need a plan for how to win in rural NH.

I think Mr. Soldati could be what we need. Emmett Soldati for NH

On this historic and hopeful day, I'm honored to invite you to join us at our Local First kickoff as we hear from Democratic Organizers Joel and Laura Iwaskiewicz, Former Executive Councilor Candidate, Law Professor and Working Mom, Leah Plunkett, 2020 DNC Democratic Convention Delegate and Latino Activist, Sebastian Fuentes, and Strafford County Sheriff Mark Brave

We’ll be unveiling our full Local First platform to make our vision of the New Hampshire Democratic Party a reality.

January 25th at 6:30pm
Zoom RSVP:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYkdOGrpzwpG9xpnnoNtM1QPGdKhhxaxn0v

Local First Kickoff - Emmett Soldati for NHDP Chair