Abortion Rights Central to Tight New Hampshire Governor's Race

Democrat Joyce Craig and Republican Kelly Ayotte clash on reproductive rights as they vie to succeed outgoing Governor Chris Sununu.

Abortion rights have emerged as a pivotal issue in the New Hampshire governor's race between Democrat Joyce Craig and Republican Kelly Ayotte.
Joyce Craig advocates for codifying abortion protections in state law, aligning with other New England states, to ensure women's autonomy in health care decisions.
Kelly Ayotte, while opposing further restrictions, has a history of supporting federal abortion limits and played a role in confirming Justice Neil Gorsuch to the Supreme Court.
Polling indicates a majority of New Hampshire voters favor protecting abortion rights, with significant opposition to leaving the decision to individual states.
The race is also notable for its historic nature, with both major party candidates being women in a state with a strong tradition of electing female leaders.