Anita Burroughs
2022 - Present
2026
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Anita Burroughs (Democratic Party) is a member of the New Hampshire House of Representatives, representing Carroll 2. She assumed office on December 7, 2022. Her current term ends on December 2, 2026.
Burroughs (Democratic Party) ran for re-election to the New Hampshire House of Representatives to represent Carroll 2. She won in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Biography
Anita Burroughs was born in Jersey City, New Jersey. She earned a bachelor’s degree from Brandeis University in 1977 and an MBA from Boston College in 1982.
Her professional experience includes working in the tech industry in a marketing capacity, running a catering business, and marketing and operations for a national healthcare consulting company. Her organizational affiliations include Starting Point, services for the victims of domestic and sexual violence.[1]
Committee assignments
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2023-2024
Burroughs was assigned to the following committees:
2021-2022
Burroughs was assigned to the following committees:
2019-2020
Burroughs was assigned to the following committees:
Sponsored legislation
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Elections
2024
See also: New Hampshire House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 2 (2 seats)
Incumbent Anita Burroughs and incumbent Chris McAleer defeated Maureen Blanchard in the general election for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 2 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Anita Burroughs (D) | 37.6 | 2,832 |
| ✔ |  | Chris McAleer (D) | 35.0 | 2,635 |
| Maureen Blanchard (R) | 27.2 | 2,048 | ||
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 11 | ||
| Total votes: 7,526 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 2 (2 seats)
Incumbent Anita Burroughs and incumbent Chris McAleer advanced from the Democratic primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 2 on September 10, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Anita Burroughs | 57.4 | 1,080 |
| ✔ | | Chris McAleer | 42.3 | 796 |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.4 | 7 | ||
| Total votes: 1,883 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 2 (2 seats)
Maureen Blanchard advanced from the Republican primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 2 on September 10, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Maureen Blanchard (Write-in) | 53.9 | 83 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 46.1 | 71 | ||
| Total votes: 154 | |||
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Endorsements
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2022
See also: New Hampshire House of Representatives elections, 2022
General election
General election for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 2 (2 seats)
Incumbent Anita Burroughs and incumbent Chris McAleer defeated Gene Chandler and Daniel Avery Bacon Jr. in the general election for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 2 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Anita Burroughs (D) | 31.0 | 2,417 |
| ✔ | | Chris McAleer (D) | 28.6 | 2,232 |
 | Gene Chandler (R) | 23.4 | 1,827 | |
| Daniel Avery Bacon Jr. (R) | 16.9 | 1,319 | ||
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.0 | 3 | ||
| Total votes: 7,798 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Ray Gilmore (Independent)
Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 2 (2 seats)
Incumbent Anita Burroughs and incumbent Chris McAleer advanced from the Democratic primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 2 on September 13, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Anita Burroughs | 56.4 | 825 |
| ✔ | | Chris McAleer | 43.5 | 636 |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 2 | ||
| Total votes: 1,463 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 2 (2 seats)
Gene Chandler advanced from the Republican primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 2 on September 13, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Gene Chandler (Write-in) | 43.1 | 56 |
| Other/Write-in votes | 56.9 | 74 | ||
| Total votes: 130 | |||
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2020
See also: New Hampshire House of Representatives elections, 2020
General election
General election for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 1
Incumbent Anita Burroughs defeated Ray Gilmore in the general election for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 1 on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Anita Burroughs (D) | 54.1 | 1,601 |
 | Ray Gilmore (R) | 45.9 | 1,361 | |
| Total votes: 2,962 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 1
Incumbent Anita Burroughs advanced from the Democratic primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 1 on September 8, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Anita Burroughs | 98.6 | 779 |
| Other/Write-in votes | 1.4 | 11 | ||
| Total votes: 790 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 1
Ray Gilmore advanced from the Republican primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 1 on September 8, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Ray Gilmore | 99.1 | 426 |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.9 | 4 | ||
| Total votes: 430 | |||
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2018
General election
General election for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 1
Anita Burroughs defeated incumbent Gene Chandler in the general election for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 1 on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Anita Burroughs (D) | 54.4 | 1,281 |
| Gene Chandler (R) | 45.6 | 1,074 | |
| Total votes: 2,355 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 1
Anita Burroughs defeated Erik Corbett in the Democratic primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 1 on September 11, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Anita Burroughs | 56.9 | 433 |
| Erik Corbett | 43.1 | 328 | ||
| Total votes: 761 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 1
Incumbent Gene Chandler advanced from the Republican primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Carroll 1 on September 11, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Gene Chandler | 100.0 | 355 |
| Total votes: 355 | |||
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Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
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2022
Anita Burroughs completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Burroughs' responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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I have lived in my district for 30 years, and was a leader of two non profits prior to assuming office (ConwayArea Humane Society and Starting Point Services for the Victims of Domestic and Sexual Violence).
I served my first term in office on the Judiciary, and am now on the Commerce Committee, which I believe is an excellent for my background and education. I am known as a passionate and outspoken member of the NH House, and I feel that the work of a state representative is more important than ever today.- I believe that the Radical Right coalition in the state house is making it difficult for the legislature to help control inflation, create clean energy initiatives, and fully fund our public schools.
- Taxpayer dollars are being diverted from our public schools to finance the education of children going to private and religious schools. Over time, this will mean an increase in your property taxes, and significant harm to public education.
- State legislators should not be making health care decisions for women, their families and health care providers. Reproductive decisions should not be made by politicians, who do not have the training and background to make broad decisions that can be detrimental to a woman's health.
I am also fully supportive of legislation that will enhance Medicaid benefits, particularly as they pertain to dental care, eyeglasses and hearing aids. These all pay a key role in our well-being, but are often considered to be benefits outside of mainstream healthcare.
I am to be forceful in the work that I do, while being respectful of those that I work with. It is important to me to treat others with kindness, even when people do not reciprocate.
I also think it is important to speak your mind on the issues being debated, and to call out improprieties in the legislative process when you see them.
They should also be prepared to ask questions and debate issues in committee and in the legislature.
I also believe that there will be ongoing attempts to control women's reproductive rights, and that a woman's right to choose should be codified under NH Law.
I find the bills interesting and varied, and they range from issues such as Crypto currency to providing a private place for nursing mothers in the workplace.
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Note: Burroughs submitted the above survey responses to Ballotpedia on October 30, 2022.
2020
Anita Burroughs did not complete Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection survey.
2018
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Anita Burroughs completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Burroughs' responses.
What would be your top three priorities, if elected?
To ensure affordable and accessible healthcare in NH Create a larger inventory of affordable housing Ensure that young people in our state are not crippled by debt by going to our state universities, community colleges and vocational training programs
What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?
As I am involved professionally in the healthcare field, I am very passionate about lowering the cost of healthcare in our country and our state.
Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?
I look up to a number of representatives who are currently serving in the NH House of Representatives as they do much more than simply attend hearings and vote. Jerry Knirk and Ed Butler have helped shape policy in healthcare and for the LGBT community, and I admire all that they have done for the state.
Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?
Fear, by Bob Woodward, paints a picture of a White House that does not make decisions based upon objective data and the expertise of professionals, but rather by a seat of the pants mentality. This is the polar opposite to the way I conduct business in the non-profit world and in the for-profit sector. Good data and the experience of professionals in their field are key to being a good and responsible politician.
What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?
Honesty and integrity are the two things that no politician should be without.
What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?
Tenacity, integrity and honesty are all qualities that I would bring to the table. I also believe that my business background is a plus, as I would be able to look at the financial implications of legislation that is on the table. My many years of managing non-profit agencies as a board chair will also bring valuable experience to the state legislature.
What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?
I believe any state legislator needs to commit to understanding legislation that is on the table for a vote, and to making an independent assessment rather than on relying on popular sentiment. I also believe that a legislature should be open to points of view from the other side of the aisle.
What legacy would you like to leave?
I would like to be known as a state legislator who worked hard, was passionate about the work, and made some contribution to the state of New Hampshire that would have a lasting impact.
What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?
The first event I remember was the assassination of JFK when I was in grade school. That event had a profound impact on me at the time and for many years to come.
What was your very first job? How long did you have it?
I worked for a number of years for a drug treatment program for young people as a social worker.
What happened on your most awkward date?
I was on a double date with a man I had just been introduced to and he did not say a single word during a two hour dinner. Awkward.
What is your favorite holiday? Why?
Valentine's Day...I love spending time with my husband.
What is your favorite book? Why?
I have too many favorites to choose just one. My most recent favorite is Bad Blood, the story of Theranos. It reads like a novel and you cannot put it down.
If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?
Lassie
What is your favorite thing in your home or apartment? Why?
My dog and my two cats. I could not live without animals in my life, I find them a comfort and a joy.
What was the last song that got stuck in your head?
Living in America, James Brown
What is something that has been a struggle in your life?
Learning that its not always a good idea to crack a joke.
Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?
The NH State Legislature was designed for ordinary citizens to serve in a leadership role, and I do not believe it is necessary to have served as an elected official. Many of our top elected officials have never served in office.
What do you perceive to be your state’s greatest challenges over the next decade?
The greatest challenge in NH is to find ways to keep our young people in the state, as we are seeing a mass exodus of an entire generation. This means we need to create more affordable housing, and a higher education system that will not break the bank. We also need more professional jobs for those who are entering the workforce.
Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.
Absolutely. I believe that it is critical to have relationships on both sides of the aisle, as I believe that most solutions to NH's problems will be solve somewhere in the middle. Passing sound legislation is a collaborative effort, not a solo endeavor.
What process do you favor for redistricting?
One that is not determined by whatever party is in power at the time.
If you are not a current legislator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?
I would hope to be a part of the Health and Human Services committee, given my experience in managing non-profit agencies and because of my work in healthcare.
Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?
Yes, Jerry Knirk and Ed Butler, who both work to shape legislation, not to merely sit in legislative sessions to vote.
Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?
No, I would hope to remain in the state legislature for a number of years and then to pass on the baton to a qualified individual.
Both sitting legislators and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?
I recently had a conversation with an acquaintance who had been working three jobs to keep afloat. She then was hired for a well paying job, and told me she would never be getting up to go to work at 4 a.m. again. I recently ran into her, working once again in the grocery store, and I asked her what had happened. She told me that she was still loving her job, but that she had broken a bone and needed extra money to pay for her care. She needed to choose between paying her rent or buying the insurance plan offered by her employer, and chose to maintain her residence. She could not afford the ambulance ride to the hospital, so drove herself with a broken wrist. This is not how our healthcare system should work, particularly for hard working people who are doing everything they can possibly do.
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| “ | What is your political philosophy?
I am hoping to bring a more bi-partisan perspective to the NH State House, and to champion decisions that are not made behind closed doors. I also hope to fight to create a safety net for those in our state who need help in terms of affordable housing and insurance, and to help bring down the cost of higher education in our state. I am also hopeful that we can mitigate the impact of climate change through state legislation.[2] |
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| —Anita Burroughs[1] | ||
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2022
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2021
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