Feminist Majority Endorsements
Ann McLane Kuster
Ann McLane Kuster is running for US Congress in New Hampshire’s 2nd district. After losing in the 2010 race for the same seat by just 1% of the votes, she is back and fighting for women.Background
Throughout her long career in public service, Kuster has worked as an attorney, a public policy supporter, and a volunteer in New Hampshire's non-profit community. To date, she has:
Created the UNIQUE College Savings Program to help families save for their children's college education.
Founded the Woman's Fund of New Hampshire and the Medication Bridge Program, which makes free medication easily accessible to low-income families.
Received the "Champion for Choice" award from NARAL Pro-Choice New Hampshire for her work as an adoption attorney.
Position on Key Issues
Kuster is a strong supporter of women's rights, equal pay, and advocates for contraception usage. She believes that government shouldn't interfere with their personal and private decision.
Prospects
Kuster is currently out-fundraising Bass and Democrats are expected to pour money into her campaign. Overall, Kuster is considered a strong contender in a district that leans Democratic.
Opponent
Kuster is running against incumbent Republican Charles Bass, who she ran against in the previous election.
