Idaho Democratic Party News and Articles

Idahoans want the freedom to prosper and see their hard work translate into financial stability for their families. Yet, as our state grows, many middle-class families are finding it harder to manage the cost of essentials like health care, housing, and groceries. Idaho Democrats understand these challenges. That’s why we prioritize lower costs for families and tax solutions that benefit everyday families, not just the wealthy few. Idaho’s tax [...]

"As Chair of the Native American Democratic Caucus of Idaho, a Nimiipuu woman, and a candidate for the Idaho State House of Representatives, I take pride in celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day—a day to honor our history, our contributions, and our future. This day reminds us of our resilience and power, not just in survival, but in thriving and leading. Our ancestors fought hard to preserve our languages, cultures, and [...]

When we elect someone to public office, we entrust them with substantial power. With that power comes responsibility. Elected officials must be held to an ethical standard. Those who abuse their positions or spread hate must be held accountable. Dan Foreman, the Republican state senator for District 6, has consistently demonstrated behavior that is underneath the position of senator and dangerous for our state. During a recent bipartisan candidate [...]

What happened to Jennifer Adkins is a nightmare any Idaho family could face. A devoted mother from Caldwell, Jennifer and her husband were eager to have a second child and make their son a big brother. But a routine pregnancy check-up revealed devastating news. The fetus was nonviable and wouldn’t develop into a healthy baby. Worse still, the fetus’ condition threatened Jennifer’s own health. Discontinuing the pregnancy was the [...]

Looking at legislative scorecards from respected organizations across Idaho reveals important information for voters. Democrats consistently outscore Republicans in protecting Idaho’s economy, our children, and our natural resources. When it comes to business interests, Idaho House and Senate Democrats outperform Republican legislators. The Idaho Association of Commerce & Industry, Idaho’s largest advocate for business, evaluates lawmakers on their support for Idaho’s economy. In 2024, Democrats received an average score [...]

Idaho Democrats are the underdogs in the Statehouse. But despite holding just 18% of the seats, they make a difference when extreme-right Republicans are at odds with traditional conservatives. The Democratic caucus has cast deciding votes to pass the Medicaid budget, enact Launch scholarships, uphold a veto of a bad library bill, and stop costly voucher schemes that funnel money to private schools. Holding a supermajority and operating a [...]

Ada County N Eagle Rd & E Chinden Blvd beginning at 5 p.m. MT W Ustick Rd & N Five Mile Rd beginning at 4:30 p.m. MT 3805 W. Cole Rd meet up at 4:15 p.m. MT N Cole Rd & W Ustick Rd beginning at 4:30 p.m. MT N Milwaukee St & Fairview Ave beginning at 4:30 p.m. MT W Chinden Blvd & N Glenwood St beginning at [...]

After Republican Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch again voted down a bill that would ensure IVF protections yesterday, Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released the following statement: “Republican Senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch once again blocked vital protections for IVF. These MAGA Republicans are responsible for placing IVF in jeopardy after overturning Roe and ripping away federal abortion protections — and the Project 2025 agenda would [...]

When it comes to politics, character matters. It’s not about style; it’s about values like integrity, honesty, empathy, and respect. Character is what a person does when no one is watching and what they try to get away with. A central question we ought to ask about leaders is: Do they care about themselves, or do they care about making life better for the people they serve? When a [...]