In the wake of the anti-Semitic and racist vandalism targeting businesses and places of worship in Portsmouth last week, it is becoming clear that the Granite State is home to a growing number of hate groups.
New Hampshire’s hate problem is growing as reports of incidents are becoming more concerning. Most of the activity has been limited to vandalism and property damage, though there are increasing reports of threats and intimidation.
Christopher Hood and Leo Anthony Cullinan were allegedly part of the NSC 131 demonstration on a Route 1 overpass in Portsmouth last July during which they displayed a sign that read “Keep New England White.”
Hood has ties to the Proud Boys, a national group that has engaged in fascistic violence and espoused racism and anti-Semitism.
Proud Boy members were part of the coordinated Jan. 6 riot at the United States Capitol. Proud Boys have a chapter in New Hampshire and members started attending school board meetings throughout the state during the height of the COVID school lockdowns, intimidating board members.