Jon Kiper Runs Again as Independent Governor

Jon Kiper, the beloved local restaurateur and former town councilor from Newmarket, is back in the governor’s race — this time as an Independent. After feeling sidelined by the Democratic Party in 2024, he’s doubling down on his “man of the people” image, promising to represent the working class and challenge the party’s drift to the center. With a campaign focused on housing, education, and tax reform — including reinstating the interest and dividends tax and taxing second homes — Kiper’s “Community First Party” is betting on voter frustration. But with just $49,000 raised and $32,000 in debt, and barely known outside his hometown, his path to the ballot is steep. He’ll face off against GOP incumbent Kelly Ayotte and Democratic nominee Cinde Warmington — a daunting trio. While experts say his odds are slim, Kiper’s goal isn’t victory — it’s to force the state’s political conversation to listen to the people left behind. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b908b0a2df43f48c