CONWAY — State Sen. Jeb Bradley (R-Wolfeboro) stopped by The Conway Daily Sun on Wednesday for an editorial board ahead of the Nov. 8 general election, where he faces Democratic challenger John White (D-Wolfeboro) in Nov. 8 general election.
Republican Jeb Bradley is seeking re-election to the state Senate. (JAMIE GEMMITI PHOTO)During the 45-minute interview, Bradley discussed his support of presidential candidate Donald Trump and what he would do about the opioid crisis and electricity prices.
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