“Of course, we’ll look at making sure that we have the appropriate background and experience in that position, but independent of that, it’s really about making sure that any allegations are thoroughly investigated, and that’s happening right now.”

“We’re always, for any position, always looking at candidates and the best individuals to make sure — and this is a really important position, obviously.”

“And right now I’m very focused on making sure, because I myself ask the attorney general as well, to make sure there’s an independent investigation (into the recent reports at the Sununu Youth Services Center).”

“Ayotte did not answer a reporter's question about an alternative nomination for child advocate. She responded by saying: 'We're always, for any position, always looking at candidates and the best individuals to make sure — and this is a really important position, obviously. And right now I'm very focused on making sure, because I myself ask the attorney general as well, to make sure there's an independent investigation (into the recent reports at the Sununu Youth Services Center). So what is before us right now is the priority. Of course, we'll look at making sure that we have the appropriate background and experience in that position, but independent of that, it's really about making sure that any allegations are thoroughly investigated, and that's happening right now.'”