ICYMI: Chris Pappas: “He’s their Best Shot at Flipping this Senate Seat”

Select coverage of what media is saying about John E. Sununu’s campaign launch.

Chris Pappas: “He’s their best shot at flipping this Senate seat.” 

New Hampshire Union Leader: On Tuesday, Sununu was informing top New Hampshire Republicans of his imminent decision and asking if they would lend their support to coincide with his entry.

And they responded with ex-Republican Govs. Judd Gregg and Craig Benson and three of four GOP executive councilors all backing Sununu Wednesday, along with Senate President Sharon Carson, R-Londonderry, and former Trump campaign chair and ex-GOP State Chairman Steve Stepanek. 

WMUR: Sununu said he wants to stay laser-focused on issues like the economy and bringing down the cost of living.

"When you're dealing with affordability, you've got to find a solution that fits the problem," Sununu said…

…"I have spent my whole life doing three things: solving tough problems, finding ways to work with people even if they don't always agree with me, and standing up for New Hampshire," Sununu said.

Concord Monitor: …[S]triking a tone of bipartisanship with a focus on the economy, jobs and affordability.

WBZ Keller:  Adds [New Hampshire Journal managing editor Michael] Graham: "The betting right now is John E. gives them the best chance to pick up a Senate seat." 

Boston Globe: Sununu’s candidacy could energize Republican hopes of reclaiming this seat, as his party seeks to keep its majority after the midterm elections  

New Hampshire Journal:  John E.’s entrance into the race has excited Republicans…who believe he can do something no Republican has done since 2010 — win a U.S. Senate race in New Hampshire. 

Roll Call: Rating change: Sununu’s entry boosts Republican chances in New Hampshire