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Chris Pappas

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Chris Pappas is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for New Hampshire's 1st congressional district since January 3, 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, Pappas has focused on issues such as healthcare, economic development, and supporting local businesses during his tenure in Congress. He has been an advocate for policies that prioritize the needs of New Hampshire residents, often emphasizing the importance of putting the state first in his political decisions.

Quotes by year · 1997–2026182 total · peak 2023 (55)
1997: 14 quotes1998: 4 quotes2013: 3 quotes2019: 35 quotes2020: 12 quotes2021: 14 quotes2022: 1 quote2023: 55 quotes2024: 15 quotes2025: 4 quotes2026: 25 quotes

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  1. I will never vote to cut benefits or force seniors to work longer for less.12 sources2026wisconsinexaminer.com
  2. While New Hampshire families are struggling to make ends meet, John Sununu has thrown his lot in with Donald Trump.2 sources2026cbsnews.com
  3. Repealing the Roadless Rule threatens the health of our most important lands, forests and ecosystems, and it would disrupt the balanced approach developed 25 years ago with exhaustive input from stakeholders and the public.2 sources2026newhampshirebulletin.com
  4. So the fact is, Donald Trump has said this- that "pretend I'm on the ballot.2 sources2026cbsnews.com
Oct 12, 2026

So the fact is, Donald Trump has said this- that "pretend I'm on the ballot.

cbsnews.com
Oct 12, 2026

We have to be realistic — Donald Trump's going to be president for the next two years.

cbsnews.com
Oct 12, 2026

We have to put some wins on the board for workers and the middle class.

cbsnews.com
Oct 7, 2026

I will never vote to cut benefits or force seniors to work longer for less.

wisconsinexaminer.com
Oct 5, 2026

Repealing the Roadless Rule threatens the health of our most important lands, forests and ecosystems, and it would disrupt the balanced approach developed 25 years ago with exhaustive input from stakeholders and the public.

newhampshirebulletin.com
Sep 30, 2026

The majority won’t be flipped if we don’t hold this seat in New Hampshire, so it’s really critical to the overall map.

abcnews.com
Sep 10, 2026

We've got to turn the page on Donald Trump's reckless leadership, on corruption, on the rigged economy and on costs, and this is not the time to turn it back to a failed politician from the past.

abcnews.com
Sep 9, 2026

Donald Trump thinks all of this is just a hoax. In fact, he says we’re living in a golden age.

mainemorningstar.com
Sep 9, 2026

Everywhere I go, I hear the same thing: Life is too damn expensive.

mainemorningstar.com
Sep 9, 2026

This is an election here in New Hampshire that's going to determine the balance of power in the United States Senate. And Democrats won't be able to take the majority back in the US Senate if they don't hold this specific seat here in New…

foxnews.com
Sep 9, 2026

I've always been able to bring people together, and that's how you do things in New Hampshire.

foxnews.com
Sep 9, 2026

I think Netanyahu's being incredibly reckless right now. He faces voters in a matter of weeks and could lose his election. And I think that would be important to set a new tone for the U.S.-Israel relationship.

foxnews.com
Sep 9, 2026

Israel's a historic ally of the United States, the only democracy in the region. And you can say that while you have vehement disagreements with the Netanyahu government as I've expressed.

foxnews.com
Sep 9, 2026

I’m honored that the people of New Hampshire have entrusted me to fight for them; I’m proud of what we have accomplished together and I’m going to continue this fight in the U.S. Senate.

foxnews.com
Sep 9, 2026

While New Hampshire families are struggling to make ends meet, John Sununu has thrown his lot in with Donald Trump.

cbsnews.com
Sep 8, 2026

I've been fighting to change Washington to get big money out of our political system since I got elected to Congress in 2018.

foxnews.com
Sep 4, 2026

You’re not going to get that with John Sununu, but that’s something that is important for my candidacy.

rollcall.com
Sep 4, 2026

Voters will want change in Washington.

rollcall.com
Sep 4, 2026

More than anything, Democrats want to win, and they want checks and balances on this administration, and we can deliver that by winning this Senate seat.

rollcall.com
Sep 4, 2026

If we can’t hold the Senate seat, then the math just doesn’t work in other states.

rollcall.com
Aug 20, 2026

In Washington, I’m taking on this kind of corruption.

huffpost.com
Jul 1, 2026

Housing is central to the foundation of our families, to our small businesses’ ability to recruit and retain talent, and to our communities’ ability to grow and thrive.

hassan.senate.gov
Feb 17, 2026

I’m Chris Pappas, and I approve this message.

politico.com

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