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Republican Consultant Hired by New Hampshire Courts | Concord News
New Hampshire’s judiciary just hired a top Republican political operative, Periklis Karoutas, to overhaul its public image — a move sparking outrage and questions about impartiality. Paid $70K through a secret, no-bid contract, Karoutas’ firm was brought in amid scandal over a $50K payout to a justice ally and a criminal charge against a former justice. While the court claims the hire was necessary for swift, specialized PR during a crisis, critics argue it signals a troubling erosion of judicial neutrality. Karoutas insists he’s only handling communications — not lobbying — but his deep GOP…
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