Tom Sherman
Tom Sherman
New Hampshire Democratic Governor nominee?
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SEP 9, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleFormer State Senator
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyLiberal Democrat
Age68 years old (Oct 31, 1957)
GenderMale
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LocationNew Hampshire
BackgroundPhysician (gastroenterologist)
EducationNorthwestern University (B.A., 1980)
Notable personal detailsThomas “Tom” Sherman is an American physician and Democratic politician in New Hampshire. He served in the New Hampshire House of Representatives (Rockingham 24th district) from 2012 to 2016 and in the New Hampshire Senate (District 24) from 2018 to 2022. A gastroenterologist by training, he was the Democratic nominee for Governor of New Hampshire in 2022.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Tom Sherman opposes instituting a state income tax or sales tax and emphasizes lowering property taxes and expanding state support for municipalities and education funding. He has proposed targeted tax measures such as waiving initial business taxes for new manufacturers and tax incentives for employers who provide childcare, and supported funding mechanisms for programs like paid family leave funded via payroll-based premiums. His positions mix opposition to broad-based tax increases with support for targeted spending and selective tax incentives.
Healthcare
Supports expanding access to health coverage through state-level implementation of the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid expansion, has led legislation to expand coverage, lower prescription drug costs, and increase mental-health capacity in New Hampshire.
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Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Supports protecting and expanding abortion access in New Hampshire, opposes the state’s 24-week restriction and seeks to repeal restrictive laws. Intends to enshrine abortion rights in state law comparable to the protections formerly provided by Roe v. Wade and treats abortion as a medical decision between a patient and doctor. Has said women should have choice over abortion and that current restrictions endanger patients and providers.
Climate & Energy
Supports expanding clean energy (solar, wind, hydro), energy efficiency and weatherization, raising net‑metering caps, and taking multi‑pronged state/federal action to reduce reliance on fossil fuels while pursuing policies intended to lower costs for ratepayers. Has led or participated in state emissions and climate‑health efforts and advocates regional planning and offshore wind procurement.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports commonsense gun-violence prevention measures such as expanded background checks and waiting periods while respecting lawful gun ownership; has backed measures to make schools gun-free and to work with law enforcement to crack down on illegal trafficking.
News
Tom Sherman is being mentioned in the context of New Hampshire politics as Democrats have recently gained ground in the state, including flipping seats and building momentum ahead of the 2026 midterms. The biggest issue shaping the race is the unpopular U.S. bombing campaign in Iran, which is hurting Republicans in New Hampshire and could affect Senate campaigns. Election rules are also in focus, with proof-of-citizenship voting requirements under debate and similar laws already in place in New Hampshire.
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