Eversource’s ‘bully’ tactics

April 13, 2018

NH Business Review Staff,

To the editor:

I have been a resident of New Hampshire since 1960. I am currently a selectman in the town of Rumney and feel Burt Cohen’s comments on Eversource were on point (“The arrogance of Eversource,” Feb. 16-March 1 NH Business Review).

Through the years, Eversource and its predecessor, Public Service of NH, have used their influence and power to “bully” their way through the state. Today they are reaping what they sowed. Legislators on both sides of the aisle do not trust them and no longer fear them. Unfortunately, the many fine people employed by Eversource must walk in the shadow cast by the company.

Suggestion to Eversource: Replace some of your spokespersons and be honest and forthright to regain the confidence and respect of the citizens of New Hampshire.

Robert J. Berti

Selectman

Rumney

Categories: Letters to the Editor

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