Jennifer Horn

Jennifer Horn (born 1964) was a two-time challenger for the New Hampshire's 2nd congressional district, winning the Republican nomination in 2008, and becoming the first woman nominated by the Republican Party in the state. She eventually lost to Paul Hodes in the general election. In 2010, she ran again and lost to Charles Bass in the Republican primary, 42.6% - 32.5%. Horn has announced a bid for Chairman of the New Hampshire GOP, the election to be held in January, 2013. Horn presently resides in Nashua, New Hampshire, with her husband of 21 years, Bill and five children.

2008 Congressional campaign
In the 2008 campaign for U.S. Representative for the Second Congressional District of New Hampshire, Horn ran against incumbent Paul Hodes. The campaign included a televised debate.

2012 New Hampshire GOP Chair
Horn has been mentioned as the front-runner to become the chair of the New Hampshire Republican Party, replacing Wayne MacDonald. She is facing Andrew Hemmingway in the party election. Horn reportedly has the backing of U.S. Senator Kelly Ayotte and outgoing U.S. Representatives Frank Guinta and Charlie Bass, along with 40 other elected officials. The election will be in late January 2013.