Idaho Democratic Party News and Articles

When we shortchange our children, we shortchange our future. Inadequate school investment means we can’t retain qualified teachers, offer specialized courses like career technical training, serve students Monday through Friday, and much more. Despite Republicans touting increased funding for Idaho schools, the real story is coming out in recent news reports. Coeur d’Alene trustees were forced to close an elementary school due to a looming deficit. The Idaho Falls [...]

In a representative democracy, citizens rightfully expect elected leaders to care about their health and well-being. However, recent events in Idaho paint a disturbing picture of the blatant disregard by many Republican politicians: On a Monday, reports emerged revealing that Idaho's largest health system is now forced to airlift patients with pregnancy complications out of state almost every other week. This is due to the suspension of a court [...]

Tomorrow, the U.S. Supreme Court will consider whether a federal law requiring hospitals to provide emergency care supersedes Idaho’s near-total abortion ban. Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released the following statement ahead of oral arguments: “An Idaho court ruled that pregnant Idahoans have a right to care during a medical emergency. Since Republican leaders appealed this decision, patients are being airlifted out of Idaho. Lives are hanging in [...]

Our branches of government are designed to provide checks and balances. When the Idaho Legislature commits overreach, cruelty, or foolishness, the governor’s veto pen is the first line of defense. Unfortunately, Governor Brad Little is not up to the task of curbing rising extremism or even stopping sloppy bills with disastrous consequences. Recent court decisions also demonstrate how much damage the legislature can exact. It all adds up to [...]

Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released the following statement on the passing of Representative Sue Chew: “Sue Chew was known for her moral clarity and huge heart for the people at risk of being left behind. She was deeply committed to inclusive representation and was a tireless door-knocker, always keeping in touch with her constituents and their needs. The Idaho Democratic Party grieves alongside the many people Rep. [...]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released the following statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court decision allowing enforcement of the GOP ban on gender-affirming care for youth: “Families should be able to access the medical care parents choose for their kids in consultation with their doctors. “Idaho’s Republican lawmakers have once again inserted themselves into the exam room to block medical care with devastating [...]

People deserve a government that works for them. The 2024 Idaho legislative session saw both triumphs and setbacks for the people of Idaho. The positive outcomes were often made possible because of Democratic support. Despite these hard-fought wins, the session was marked by setbacks for our freedoms and well-being. One notable win this year came from funding LAUNCH scholarships for in-demand careers. We know thousands of high school seniors [...]

On Wednesday, April 10, Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea will travel to Moscow to host a town hall event with the Latah County Democrats. They will discuss what happened during the 2024 legislative session and the priorities and accomplishments of the Idaho Democratic Caucus. They will be joined by the Democratic candidates for Legislative District 6. WHAT: Idaho Democrats to hold a town hall event to discuss what [...]