Robert Qua

Robert Qua (Republican Party) is running for election to the New Hampshire House of Representatives to represent Strafford 9. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. He advanced from the Republican primary on September 8, 2026.

Qua completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Robert Qua earned a high school diploma from Great Bridge High School, a bachelor's degree from Florida State University in 2007, and a graduate degree from the University of Virginia in 2014. His career experience includes working as an educator.^[1]

Elections

2026

General election

The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.

General election for New Hampshire House of Representatives Strafford 9

Nevin Dexter (D) and Robert Qua (R) are running in the general election for New Hampshire House of Representatives Strafford 9 on November 3, 2026.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Nevin Dexter (D)
		Robert Qua (R)

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Democratic primary

Democratic primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Strafford 9

Nevin Dexter (D) advanced from the Democratic primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Strafford 9 on September 8, 2026.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Nevin Dexter	98.9	355
		Other/Write-in votes	1.1%	4

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 359
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Republican primary

Republican primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Strafford 9

Robert Qua (R) advanced from the Republican primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Strafford 9 on September 8, 2026.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Robert Qua	99.5	205
	Other/Write-in votes	0.5%	1

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 206
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2026

Ballotpedia survey responses

Robert Qua completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Qua's responses.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

My name is Robert Qua, and I am running to represent the people of Rochester's Sixth Ward in the New Hampshire Statehouse. For more than fifteen years, I have served as a special educator in our public schools, and for the last seven years, I have been an educational leader dedicated to empowering our students and strengthening our communities.

Growing up as a Navy brat, I moved every few years as my father served our nation with honor and dedication. His service instilled in me a profound sense of duty that drives me today. My wife and I chose New Hampshire over a decade ago, leaving behind the cosmopolitan trappings of Washington D.C. for something far more valuable — the Live Free or Die spirit that makes our state exceptional.

New Hampshire is not just where I live; it's the only true home I've ever known. Now, I feel compelled to step forward and serve my neighbors, to preserve and expand the New Hampshire advantage that makes our state a beacon of freedom and opportunity. Together, let's build a stronger community that honors our values and secures prosperity for generations to come.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

The New Hampshire Advantage: The people of New Hampshire benefit greatly and in countless ways by embracing limited government and low taxes. Our way of life is the foundation of independence and prosperity. Preserving and expanding that advantage is the best thing I can do for us in Concord.
Defend the Guard: I believe that our brave young men and women are the most precious resource we have. They should not be thrown wantonly into meaningless conflicts of choice around the globe on the whim of Washington bureaucrats. Defend the Guard legislation will keep our brave soldiers here, where they are needed, unless the federal government does what is constitutionally required to activate them.
School Choice: I have been in special education for my entire career. I have always worked at public schools. I know their strengths and I know their weaknesses. What I have learned is that believing education is important is not the same as believing public education is the best or the only way to accomplish the goal of producing productive and fulfilled citizens. New Hampshire needs to continue to lead the way in creating and developing educational options so that every child and family can get the education that they want while reducing the burdens of local property taxes on all citizens.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

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Robert Qua

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Biography

Elections

2026

General election

General election for New Hampshire House of Representatives Strafford 9

Democratic primary

Democratic primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Strafford 9

Republican primary

Republican primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Strafford 9

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Campaign themes

2026

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