New Beginnings: Kelly Ayotte’s Political Journey
In 2016, Kelly Ayotte was a prominent figure in the GOP. By 2017, she had transitioned from being a senator to a former senator.
Fast forward to the present, the New Hampshire Republican is embarking on a new chapter in her political career as she vies for the Republican nomination for governor in her state. A significant shift from her previous stance is her current alignment with Donald Trump.
During her seven-year hiatus from office, Ayotte remained engaged in political and policy circles, leveraging her expertise by serving on corporate boards, contributing articles on state and national issues, and providing counsel to a Supreme Court nominee during the early stages of the Trump administration.
Back in 2016, Ayotte was wrapping up her first Senate term, establishing herself as a key GOP voice on national security amidst Trump’s unexpected ascent in politics.
Initially supporting Trump like many Republicans, Ayotte later withdrew her endorsement just before the 2016 election following the release of the “Access Hollywood” tape where Trump made derogatory remarks about women without their consent.
Now, in her bid for governor, Ayotte has embraced Trump and criticized President Joe Biden, contrasting her stance with her primary opponent Chuck Morse, who also aligns with Trump in the 2024 gubernatorial race.
Reflecting on Ayotte’s transition from the Senate to her current gubernatorial pursuit, a former aide noted her dedication to the citizens of New Hampshire during her Senate tenure, making her gubernatorial candidacy a natural progression.
The Evolution of Kelly Ayotte
Following the conclusion of her Senate term, Ayotte briefly served as an adviser to Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch before returning to New Hampshire.
During the interim years between her Senate tenure and gubernatorial campaign, Ayotte accumulated over $2.1 million in cash fees from corporate board positions between 2017 and 2023, excluding potential stock awards, serving on boards of public companies like Blackstone, Bloom Energy, Boston Properties, News Corp., and Caterpillar.
Additionally, Ayotte held significant shares in various companies like Blackstone and Boston Properties, further solidifying her corporate ties.
Engaging in advisory roles for companies such as Chubb Insurance, Microsoft, and Revision Military, Ayotte’s corporate involvement mirrors a common trend among former politicians transitioning to corporate boards post-office.
A study by Harvard and Boston universities revealed that winning a Senate or gubernatorial election increases the likelihood of serving on corporate boards by approximately 30%, underscoring the link between electoral success and corporate board appointments.
Emphasizing her post-Senate priorities, Ayotte highlighted her commitment to family and leveraging her experience to support New Hampshire and American businesses, positioning herself to lead the state towards prosperity and security.
Aside from her corporate engagements, Ayotte remained active in policy discussions, co-authoring reports on critical issues like the U.S. troop withdrawal from Afghanistan and advocating for Republican-led climate change initiatives.
Her involvement in local matters, such as critiquing police oversight policies in Nashua, further showcases Ayotte’s continued dedication to public service beyond her corporate endeavors.
Despite her varied roles post-Senate, Ayotte’s return to grassroots engagement in New Hampshire, from participating in community events like the Penguin Plunge to serving on her children’s school board, underscores her commitment to her local community.
As Ayotte navigates her political resurgence, she aims to lead New Hampshire with a blend of experience, corporate acumen, and a renewed focus on public service.
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Mohamed Salah may compete with another Egyptian professional
02:58 PM Saturday 04 May 2024
Written by Hend Awad:
We can see the Egyptian national team duo, Mohamed Salah, the Liverpool player, and Mohamed Elneny, the Arsenal player, in the ranks of the same team, with the former moving to the ranks of the latter.
The Daily Express newspaper indicated that Arsenal may change its previous plan to bring in an outright striker, including Egyptian winger Mohamed Salah, to enhance the options of Mikel Arteta, the team’s technical director, especially after the recent quarrel between the player and Jurgen Klopp, the team’s technical director.
Thus, Salah may join his compatriot Elneny in the English ranks of Arsenal, and the former’s contract with Liverpool expires at the end of next year, 2025.
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Child breaks 116,000 yuan vase in National Art Museum, sparks debate on compensation
In a shocking incident at the National Art Museum in Zibo, Shandong Province, a child accidentally broke a Huaguang ceramic vase with a price tag of 116,000 yuan. The incident, caught on video by a netizen, has since gone viral, raising questions about who should bear the responsibility for the costly damage.
The video shows the family of the child in distress, with the museum stating that the vase belonged to a company and it was unclear how compensation would be handled. The child, realizing the magnitude of his mistake, tearfully asked his parents if he had caused them trouble.
The incident has sparked heated discussions among netizens, with some pointing out that most porcelain items are usually protected by glass, but this particular vase was left unprotected. As a result, some argue that the responsibility lies with the museum and the child should not be held accountable.
In a surprising turn of events, the person in charge of the museum announced that the child would not be required to pay for the damage. The museum assumed 80% of the responsibility, while Zibo Cultural Tourism assumed 20%, leading to the decision to exempt the child from liability.
Many netizens have praised Zibo Museum for their thoughtful handling of the situation, noting that in other places, the child may have been held responsible for the costly accident. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of proper protection and supervision in museums to prevent such accidents from occurring in the future.
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