Edelblut, Cline disappointed by political obstruction

CONCORD- New Hampshire Education Commissioner Frank Edelblut issued the following statement after the Executive Council’s partisan vote against Ryan Terrell for the State Board of Education:

“I am disappointed that the Executive Council would reject such a well-qualified nominee for the State Board of Education. We need to ensure that all New Hampshire students are represented, and Mr. Terrell could have brought a new perspective and unique experience to the Board. It is unfortunate that some Councilors have put a political campaign ahead of making sure we give voice to all of our New Hampshire students on the State Board of Education.”

Andrew Cline, Chairman of the State Board of Education issued the following statement:

“I’m deeply disappointed in the inappropriate personal attack on a Board of Education nominee that occurred in the Executive Council meeting today. Ryan Terrell is an exceptionally bright, thoughtful person who would’ve served with distinction on the Board of Education. He didn’t deserve to be personally belittled by an executive councilor and told, amazingly, to get in the back of the line, just for volunteering to serve his state.”