Idaho Democratic Party News and Articles

Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released the following statement denouncing political violence: “The Idaho Democratic Party unequivocally condemns the recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Our hearts go out to the family of Corey Comperatore and those injured during this senseless act. I am grateful to law enforcement and first responders whose swift actions prevented further harm. “Violence has no place in the democratic process. It [...]

From our famous potatoes to our vibrant dairy industry, Idaho agriculture fuels our economy, keeps rural communities strong, and feeds the world. However, this critical sector faces real threats. We must address these issues head-on to ensure a sustainable future for our farmers and ranchers. One of the most pressing challenges is water supply. Recently, Idaho narrowly averted a crisis when surface and groundwater users reached a last-minute agreement [...]

We all want to know that medical care will be available for ourselves and our loved ones when we need it. Since Idaho’s draconian abortion ban took effect, we’ve seen chaos and suffering for both patients and healthcare providers. The recent Supreme Court decision in Moyle vs. United States provides a sliver of temporary relief; it does not change the fact that women are being denied care. Moyle vs. [...]

Next week, Idaho Democrats will mobilize across the state in a Day of Action to raise awareness and take a stand against the new library book bounty law, which is set to go into effect on July 1. This legislation allows anyone — even out-of-state residents — to challenge books in public libraries, school libraries, and private school libraries. The library must pay a mandatory $250 fine, and complainants [...]

We all value freedom and opportunity. Idaho Democrats understand these values and have made them the foundation of the newly adopted Idaho Democratic Party platform. Idahoans from every corner of the state convened to address pressing issues like underfunded public schools, rising home costs, and the need to safeguard reproductive freedoms. Together, we charted a course to improve the lives of Idaho families. Central to our Democratic platform is [...]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Today, Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released the following statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court decision to temporarily protect medically necessary reproductive care in Idaho emergency rooms: “This ruling provides a temporary sliver of relief to patients facing dire medical emergencies and the doctors and nurses who desperately want to treat them without risking a prison sentence. It does not change that the [...]

“We the People” are the beginning words of the U.S. Constitution. They speak to the guiding principles of our country. Similarly, political parties create platforms to express the values that guide them. The new platform adopted by the Idaho Republican Party should concern all Idahoans. It spells out a deeply dangerous and unpopular agenda that is far out of step with the majority of Idahoans. The Idaho GOP's stance on [...]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE This week, Idaho Democrats from every corner of the state will come together to build on our progress, lay out what’s at stake in this election, and unite around our shared values of democracy and freedom to create a future for all Americans at the 2024 Idaho Democratic Convention. The convention takes place June 22 and 23 at the University of Idaho in Moscow. Delegates will [...]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE In response to the reelection of Dorothy Moon as chair of the Idaho Republican Party today, Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released the following statement: "Today’s reelection of Dorothy Moon further entrenched the extremists who have taken over the Idaho Republican Party. If my grandmother — a Reagan Republican born and raised in Idaho — were alive today, she would not believe what has become [...]