Idaho Democratic Party News and Articles

Public schools are one of the few promises we make to every child. No matter your background, income, or ZIP code, your kids have a place to learn and prepare for their future. That promise only works if we meet our obligations to fund it. When funding is delayed or withheld, the damage is immediate and far-reaching. That’s exactly what happened on July 1. School districts across the country [...]

Since our nation’s independence, the American story has been one of hard-won progress. We’ve been fighting to build a country where hard work means you can support your family and build better opportunities for your kids. The Republican budget bill, jammed through with high-pressure overnight votes, rips that promise apart. And Idaho Republicans Mike Crapo, Jim Risch, Russ Fulcher, and Mike Simpson cheered it along. First, it takes a [...]

In response to Republican Representative Mike Simpson and Russ Fulcher passing the GOP’s devastating budget after closed-door meetings all day yesterday, Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released the following statement: “Idaho Democrats believe hard work should mean a roof over your head, food on the table, healthcare you can count on, and a fair shot for your kids. Mike Simpson and Russ Fulcher just voted to rip [...]

In response to Republican Senators Jim Risch and Mike Crapo voting for the GOP’s devastating budget, Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released the following statement: “For nearly 250 years, the American story has been one of progress. We’ve fought to build a country where hard work means you can raise a family and build a better life. Today, Republican rule is tearing the promise of America apart. [...]

Following the resignation of a sitting representative in District 16, the Idaho Democratic Party has opened the application process to fill the vacant seat. The vacancy became official on June 29, 2025. Per Idaho law, the Legislative District 16 Committee of the Idaho Democratic Party will nominate three qualified candidates and submit those names to Governor Brad Little by July 14, 2025. The governor will then appoint one of [...]

A strong economy needs stability. A balanced state budget requires honest math. Unfortunately, Republicans in power broke these basic rules. Chaotic economic policies, phony revenue projections, and negligent tax cuts have set the stage for painful hits to schools, public safety, and other essential services, all of which are already underfunded. The result is a downward spiral that will weaken our economy well into the next year. For the [...]

On the third anniversary of Dobbs v. Jackson, Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released the following statement: “Three years ago today, the U.S. Supreme Court ripped away our reproductive freedoms. In Idaho, this set loose a long-running scheme by Republican politicians: one of the most extreme abortion bans in the country, with no exception to protect the health or future fertility of women, even in medical [...]

America needs a sensible, orderly immigration system that honors the contributions of immigrants and reflects our tradition of welcoming those who help build this country. What we have instead are masked agents in unmarked vehicles detaining people without warrants, including U.S. citizens and even a federal marshal. People who follow the rules and show up for immigration hearings are met with handcuffs, turning due process into a trap. Polling [...]

In response to Governor Little’s directive to prepare for spending cuts amid lagging state revenues, Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released the following statement: “Brad Little and Republicans in the statehouse are fully responsible for this budget crisis. The numbers didn’t add up. The warnings were clear. But they pushed through nearly half a billion dollars in tax handouts for the wealthy and private schools anyway. [...]