CONWAY — Steve Marchand believes he’s ready to be governor. After 18 months traveling around the Granite State hearing from citizens, the Democrat from Portsmouth is ready to provide “real leadership.”
Marchand, 44, the former mayor of Portsmouth, doesn’t believe Gov. Chris Sununu (R-Newfields) is leading the state.
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Steve Marchand took part in an editorial board at the Sun on Tuesday. (JAMIE GEMMITI PHOTO)
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