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New Hampshire Democratic Governor nominee?
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SEP 9, 2026
Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleRestaurant owner
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
Age43 years old (Dec 22, 1982)
GenderMale
LocationNew Hampshire
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BackgroundRestaurant owner
EducationSAE University College (SAE Institute Australia) — Technical Certificate in Audio Engineering
Notable personal detailsJonathan Adam Kiper is a New Hampshire restaurateur and small business owner and a former Newmarket town councilor. He was a Democratic candidate for New Hampshire governor in 2024 and has continued campaigning for the governorship during the 2026 cycle. His background includes work in the Seacoast hospitality industry and operating Jonny Boston’s International in Newmarket.
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Positions
LiberalConservative
Economy & Taxes
Supports reinstating an interest-and-dividends wealth tax and raising business tax rates while rolling back reduced meals/rentals tax rates; proposes using tax revenue to fund education, affordable housing, and social programs and to reduce regressive local property taxes.
Healthcare
Supports protecting individual medical privacy and autonomy, protecting reproductive and identity-affirming care, and opposing government mandates that interfere with doctor–patient decisions. Does not state support for Medicare for All or for a specific government expansion (public option/ACA expansion) in available platform materials.
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Immigration & Border
Supports expanding legal pathways and common-sense immigration reform while opposing large-scale deportations of essential workers; favors making legal entry easier and illegal entry harder. Expresses humanitarian concern about current enforcement practices and prioritizes protecting workers who contribute to local economies.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate states the government should not interfere in reproductive health decisions, pledges to preserve reproductive and trans rights, and says he will protect abortion access in New Hampshire and maintain compliance with Roe v. Wade. He emphasizes medical privacy and that patients and doctors, not politicians, should make healthcare decisions.
Climate & Energy
Supports investing in clean energy (solar, wind, tax incentives for homeowners/businesses), energy-efficiency programs, expanded public transit and EV charging, and holding polluters financially accountable through penalties and litigation; also proposed declaring a climate emergency and supporting nuclear (including SMRs) as part of the energy mix.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports universal background checks, red flag laws, waiting periods, and an assault weapons ban while also stating that law‑abiding, trained citizens have the right to bear arms. Advocates for “common sense” gun violence prevention measures to protect children and communities.
News
AINews Summary
Last updatedMay 19, 2026
Jon Kiper is being mentioned in the context of New Hampshire’s shifting political landscape ahead of the 2026 elections. Recent reports say Democrats are gaining ground in the state while Republicans face headwinds from unpopular national issues and broader midterm trends. The news also points to redistricting and state legislative control as increasingly important in shaping the next round of House races.
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New Hampshire Democratic Governor nominee?
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