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Incumbent Phil Berger and Sheriff Sam Page spar over record and spending at GOP forum

Rockingham County Republican Party · February 6, 2026
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Sen. Phil Berger and Sheriff Sam Page traded charges over tax policy, Medicaid expansion and campaign tactics. Berger stressed conservative accomplishments and endorsements; Page criticized lack of citizen input and large outside spending.

At a Rockingham County Republican Party forum in Wentworth, incumbent state Senate leader Phil Berger and challenger Sheriff Sam Page clashed on legislative priorities, campaign conduct and constituent access.

Berger framed his candidacy around conservative leadership, crediting work on tax cuts, parental rights and economic development. “I’ve led on issues such as parental rights and education, second amendment, immigration enforcement, tax cuts,”…

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