2016 N.H. Presidential Primaries

Stories concerning the 2016 Democratic and Republican New Hampshire presidential primaries.

Payne & Domke: Trump's Supporters Prove They Vote, Sanders Has Tougher Fights Ahead

The big winners from the New Hampshire presidential primaries are Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Bernie Sanders.

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05:04Feb 10, 2016

Now a Republican presidential candidate, Marco Rubio, right, talks with Vahrij Manoukian, owner of Hollis Pharmacy & General Store, following a stop where Rubio spoke to area residents on Feb. 23, 2015. (Jim Cole/AP)

Immigrant Businessman Already Excitedly Awaits The Next New Hampshire Primary

Pharmacist Vahrij Manoukian owns a store in Hollis that's become an unlikely fixture on the campaign trail for most Republican presidential hopefuls.

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03:08Feb 10, 2016

Republican Donald Trump speaks to supporters after being declared the winner of the New Hampshire primary. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Trump Trounces Crowded GOP Field In New Hampshire Primary Win

Trump won pluralities of both Republicans and independents, with strong support across the state from younger and older voters frustrated with establishment politics.

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03:22Feb 10, 2016

Democrat Bernie Sanders addresses his supporters after winning the New Hampshire primary. (Robin Lubbock/WBUR)

Sanders Defeats Clinton In Decisive Victory In New Hampshire Democratic Primary

Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders has come a long way in what was once thought to be a long-shot bid for the presidency, but now he’ll be playing against Hillary Clinton...

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03:49Feb 10, 2016

GOP candidate Donald Trump speaks to supporters Tuesday night after being declared the winner of the New Hampshire primary. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Commentary: Trump's N.H. Win A Triumph Over Conventional Wisdom

Given the New Hampshire results, the more subdued personality we've been hearing about since Donald Trump came in second in Iowa will likely disappear says political analyst Todd Domke.

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Feb 9, 2016

Democratic candidate Hilary Clinton spoke to supporters after losing to Bernie Sanders in the New Hampshire primary. (Joe Difazio for WBUR)

Commentary: What's Wrong With The Clinton Campaign And How To Fix It

Her first mistake, says political analyst Dan Payne, is making this a battle of credentials. She may be the most qualified person, but this is diminished by voters’ contempt for...

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Feb 9, 2016

As It Happened: Updates From Primary Day In New Hampshire

Check out updates from our reporters who were in New Hampshire for primary day.

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Feb 9, 2016

The crowd erupted as CNN called the New Hampshire Republican primary for Donald Trump. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Photos: New Hampshire Voters Have Their Say

Voters across the Granite State cast their ballots Tuesday, in a presidential primary that was expected to draw record turnout.

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Feb 9, 2016

Voting booths in Bedford High School in Bedford, N.H. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Maps: County-By-County N.H. Primary Results

Republican Donald Trump and Democratic Bernie Sanders won their respective New Hampshire primaries.

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Feb 9, 2016

A Look At The Wind Down Of Presidential Campaigns In New Hampshire

The campaigning in New Hampshire is essentially over. Candidates spent Monday criss-crossing the Granite State, sometimes fighting the weather in the final push for votes ahead of Tuesday's voting.

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05:35Feb 9, 2016

Presidential Candidates Make Final Appeals As Voting In New Hampshire Begins

The candidates are hoping their final pushes will help them yield strong showings at the polls in New Hampshire.

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04:12Feb 9, 2016

Pindell: As N.H. Voters Go To Polls, There's A Sense That 'We're All Waiting For A Surprise'

"There is a sense on the ground that we're all waiting for a surprise, that these polls are not right," said James Pindell, who is awaiting the results of the...

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04:03Feb 9, 2016

In a small state like New Hampshire, where do you hang the "Help Wanted" sign for the many bodies you need to help you in your bid for the White House? Next door in Massachusetts of course, where we regularly produce campaign volunteers. Pictured here, volunteers make calls at the Clinton campaign field office in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. (Hadley Green for WBUR)

Mass. Voters Volunteer Their Time In Hopes Of Making A Difference In The N.H. Primary

The Massachusetts presidential primary might not get the national attention of New Hampshire's, but that doesn't mean Massachusetts voters can't help influence the race.

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04:14Feb 9, 2016

Republican presidential candidates line up on stage at the beginning of a debate hosted by ABC News at St. Anselm College Saturday in Manchester. (David Goldman/AP)

New Hampshire Brings Last-Minute Fireworks After Most Polling Is Over

New Hampshire's primary is again earning its reputation as a high stakes contest where everything may be significant, and where things can change at the last minute.

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Feb 9, 2016

Payne & Domke: A Look At Campaigns In New Hampshire In Final Hours Before Primary Day

Our political analysts discusses news on the presidential campaign trail in New Hampshire a day before the Granite State's primary race.

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07:14Feb 8, 2016

Shaheen, Cushing Discuss Clinton, Sanders Campaigns In New Hampshire

A chunk of the fight on the Democratic side of the New Hampshire presidential primary plays out near Route 1 in Hampton, N.H., by the sea coast.

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07:40Feb 8, 2016

Weekend Before N.H. Primary, Christie And Rubio Tussle While Clinton Travels To Michigan

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie embarrassed Florida Sen. Marco Rubio on the Saturday night debate stage, and crowed about it on Sunday, as Rubio tried to recover.

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07:30Feb 8, 2016

From left to right, Vivian Garrett, of Alabama, Linde Barrera, of New York, and William Paire, of West Virginia, stop in the parking lot outside of “Camp Cruz” before setting off for a day of canvassing. (Hadley Green for WBUR)

Why The Ground Game Matters For Presidential Candidates In New Hampshire

Answers to the remaining questions of the New Hampshire primary race might rest with the effectiveness of the candidates' ground games, which are in high gear just one day before...

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04:15Feb 8, 2016

Gov. Christie, left, speaks as Baker laughs at a campaign event on Saturday. (Elise Amendola/AP)

Christie Hopes Popularity Of Fellow Republican Gov. Baker Will Boost His N.H. Campaign

Baker spoke at a campaign rally with Christie to tell voters that it's governors who have the most experience working with others who may not always agree, just as presidents...

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03:35Feb 7, 2016

'The Blitz Is On' In Presidential Campaigns Across N.H. Days Before Primary Vote

A frenzied day of campaigning in New Hampshire wrapped up Saturday night with a lively debate among the Republican presidential candidates.

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06:12Feb 7, 2016

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Payne & Domke: Trump's Supporters Prove They Vote, Sanders Has Tougher Fights Ahead

Immigrant Businessman Already Excitedly Awaits The Next New Hampshire Primary

Trump Trounces Crowded GOP Field In New Hampshire Primary Win

Sanders Defeats Clinton In Decisive Victory In New Hampshire Democratic Primary

Commentary: Trump's N.H. Win A Triumph Over Conventional Wisdom

Commentary: What's Wrong With The Clinton Campaign And How To Fix It

As It Happened: Updates From Primary Day In New Hampshire

Photos: New Hampshire Voters Have Their Say

Maps: County-By-County N.H. Primary Results

A Look At The Wind Down Of Presidential Campaigns In New Hampshire

Presidential Candidates Make Final Appeals As Voting In New Hampshire Begins

Pindell: As N.H. Voters Go To Polls, There's A Sense That 'We're All Waiting For A Surprise'

Mass. Voters Volunteer Their Time In Hopes Of Making A Difference In The N.H. Primary

New Hampshire Brings Last-Minute Fireworks After Most Polling Is Over

Payne & Domke: A Look At Campaigns In New Hampshire In Final Hours Before Primary Day

Shaheen, Cushing Discuss Clinton, Sanders Campaigns In New Hampshire

Weekend Before N.H. Primary, Christie And Rubio Tussle While Clinton Travels To Michigan

Why The Ground Game Matters For Presidential Candidates In New Hampshire

Christie Hopes Popularity Of Fellow Republican Gov. Baker Will Boost His N.H. Campaign

'The Blitz Is On' In Presidential Campaigns Across N.H. Days Before Primary Vote