Idaho Democratic Party News and Articles

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 [...]

No child deserves to go hungry. Last week, the Idaho Legislature had the opportunity to move our kids closer to food security and correct a grave mistake. In a confounding and disappointing vote, nearly every Republican senator voted down legislation that would have done just that. When the school year ends, it's the last day thousands of Idaho children can count on free and reduced lunch. That’s why Congress [...]

All Idahoans want to know their families can access health care when they need it. Yet we are living under a dangerous abortion ban that denies medical care even when health risks are present and threatens doctors with prison time. The criminalization of medical care has damaging consequences that continue to multiply while GOP lawmakers sit idly by. Idaho has lost 22% of its practicing obstetric gynecologists since the Republican [...]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released the following statement in response to racist harassment directed at the University of Utah women’s basketball team: “I am deeply disturbed and outraged that malicious, racist harassment cast a dark shadow on what should have been a joyous occasion for accomplished student-athletes. I condemn the people who committed these hateful acts and hope they will be brought to justice. [...]

As the Idaho Republican Party becomes ever-more extreme, Idaho Democrats from every corner of the state are meeting the moment, offering voters a choice and hope for the future. For the first time in decades, Democratic candidates will compete in every legislative district. They are parents, teachers, nurses, and small business owners, united by a vision of a more prosperous Idaho where every family can thrive. Among these candidates [...]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Following the filing period for the 2024 Primary Election, the Idaho Democratic Party is poised to contest a historic number of races, with Democratic candidates slated to compete in every legislative district across the state. Last year, the party set an ambitious goal to have at least one Democratic candidate in every legislative district, ensuring voters across the state have a choice. The accomplishment comes as [...]

Today, after the passing of former Chair Fred Cornforth, the Idaho Democratic Party released the following statements: Statement from Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea: "We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Fred Cornforth. He was a man of faith, a successful businessman, a philanthropist, and a community leader. He saw strengthening the Idaho Democratic Party and electing more Democrats as essential work to protect and [...]