
Idaho Democratic Party News and Articles
ICYMI: Idaho Statesman: Canada, Mexico are 2 of Idaho’s top 3 trading partners. What tariffs could do to Idaho
January 24, 2025Key Point: “President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 25% tariff on all goods imported into the U.S. from Canada and Mexico in a sweeping shift in North American trade policy that would have significant implications for Idaho’s economy.” Idaho Statesman: Canada, Mexico are 2 of Idaho’s top 3 trading partners. What tariffs could do to Idaho By Angela Palmero Canada is the largest market for Idaho goods, [...]
A Message from the Chair: Supermajority, Super Disconnected
January 24, 2025In a representative democracy, The People elect leaders to represent and serve their interests. However, in a familiar pattern, recent polling shows that Idaho voters hold views and priorities light years away from the GOP supermajority’s agenda. The newly released 2025 Idaho Public Policy Survey revealed that home affordability is the top priority for Idahoans. This makes sense as families face soaring rents and home prices. A few years [...]
Eric Swalwell and Malcolm Kenyatta to Speak at Idaho Democratic Party Dinner in March
January 23, 2025BOISE, Idaho — The Idaho Democratic Party announced today that U.S. Congressman Eric Swalwell and Pennsylvania State Representative Malcolm Kenyatta will speak at the Frank and Bethine Church Gala in Boise on Saturday, March 8. “We are thrilled to welcome Congressman Swalwell and Representative Kenyatta to Idaho,” said Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea. “Both are fearless leaders who embody the vision and resilience it takes to stand up [...]
ICYMI: The Spokesman-Review: After Trump pardons Jan. 6 rioters, some of his Northwest supporters disagree
January 22, 2025A little more than four years after Donald Trump’s supporters stormed the Capitol on January 6, 2021, in an attempt to stop the certification of his electoral defeat, Idaho Republican leaders evaded questions about Trump’s decision to pardon rioters involved in the violent insurrection. While some Republicans, including Rep. Michael Baumgartner, criticized pardoning those who attacked police officers, Idaho’s top leaders, including Sen. Mike Crapo, Gov. Brad Little, and [...]
NEW POLLING: Idaho Democrats Call Out Extreme Abortion Ban, Highlight Public Support for Change
January 21, 2025In response to a new survey showing a majority of Idahoans oppose Idaho’s dangerous and extreme abortion ban, Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released the following statement: “Idaho has one of the most extreme abortion bans in the nation, and the harm is undeniable. Women across the state are being denied critical care. The largest health system reports airlifting women to out-of-state facilities under a law that fails [...]
A Message from the Chair: Politicians Target Citizen Initiatives to Protect Reputations and Power
January 16, 2025The citizen-led initiative is a proud Idaho tradition that lets everyday people make laws directly. This process ensures that when legislators prioritize special interests or ignore the will of the people, Idahoans have a tool to set things right. Unfortunately, Republican politicians are threatening your rights once again with House Bill 2. The legislation would require citizen initiatives to pass with 60% of the vote instead of a majority. [...]
A Message from the Chair: Who Is Fighting for Idaho Families?
January 9, 2025Every legislative session, we see whether our leaders protect freedoms, lift families, and plant seeds for stronger futures. The opening week of the 2025 session highlighted the sharp contrast between the priorities of Idaho’s Democratic and Republican legislators. Democrats are working to protect financial stability, economic opportunity, and healthcare access. By contrast, the Republican supermajority’s agenda is driven by out-of-state voucher interests and far-right ideology.Education is a prime example. Idaho [...]
A Message from the Chair: Let Jimmy Carter Inspire Us to Address Idaho’s Home Shortage
January 3, 2025President Jimmy Carter’s legacy is multi-faceted. From championing human rights and global health to strengthening working families, he was a selfless public servant. For me, Carter’s legacy conjures the enduring image of him building homes well into his 90s. He said, “To have a decent place to live is to have a chance to live in peace and to have adequate health care and adequate education so that you [...]