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Noem Weakening Education in South Dakota

December 3, 2024
Noem Weakening Public Education, Ignoring Underserved CommunitiesSen. Liz LarsonSenate Minority LeaderDistrict 10 – Sioux Falls“While I share a commitment with Gov. Noem to balance the… Read More

Thankful

From: South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem
November 30, 2024
The holidays are a wonderful time to spend time together and celebrate traditions as a family. Every family celebrates in their own unique way and develops their own traditions.The holidays are a… Read More

Rounds Putting Our Children’s Education at Risk

November 22, 2024
Statement on Sen. Rounds’ Bill to Eliminate the US Department of EducationSioux Falls, SD — South Dakota Democratic Party Executive Director Dan Ahlers released the following statement… Read More

Thune Should Stop Partisan Politics in New Leadership Role

November 13, 2024
Gov. Noem Lacks Qualifications to Lead Homeland Security Sioux Falls, SD — South Dakota Democratic Party Chair Shane Merrill released the following statement after it was announced Gov. Kristi… Read More

Noem Lacks Qualifications for Homeland Security

November 12, 2024
Gov. Noem Lacks Qualifications to Lead Homeland Security Sioux Falls, SD — South Dakota Democratic Party Chair Shane Merrill released the following statement after it was announced Gov.… Read More

Statement on the 2024 Election Results

November 9, 2024
SD Democratic Party Statement on the Results of the 2024 ElectionSouth Dakota Democratic Party Chair Shane Merrill and Vice Chair Jessica Meyers issued the following statements after the results of… Read More

New Democratic Caucus Leadership

November 9, 2024
The South Dakota Democratic Party applauds the newly elected caucus leaders for the upcoming legislative session, including two legislators who made history.On the Senate side, Sen. Liz Larson… Read More

Passing of Former Legislator Dennis Pierson

October 28, 2024
The South Dakota Democratic Party is sadden to learn of the loss of former legislator Dennis Pierson. Pierson served six years as a state Representative and Senator from 1979-1982 and… Read More

SDDP Mourns the Loss of Sen. Tim Johnson

October 9, 2024
SD Democratic Party Mourns the Loss of Former Sen. Tim Johnson The South Dakota Democratic Party is heartbroken by the loss of former Senator Tim Johnson. Senator Johnson was a true public… Read More

Democratic Caucus Reflects on the Legacy of Sen. Tim Johnson

October 9, 2024
Democratic Caucus Thanks Sen. Tim Johnson for His ServiceOn behalf of the South Dakota Democratic House and Senate Caucuses, we offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Tim Johnson.… Read More

SDDP Stances on Ballot Measures

September 24, 2024
SD Democratic Party Stances on Ballot Measures in November Election Rapid City, SD – This weekend, State Central Committee members voted whether to support or oppose most of the measures… Read More

Harris Won the Debate

September 11, 2024
South Dakotans Energized by Kamala Harris’ Decisive Debate WinSioux Falls, SD – On Sep 10th night, Kamala Harris won the debate against Donald Trump. She expertly laid out her plans for a… Read More

Noem Putting Politics Over People

September 3, 2024
The South Dakota Democratic Party is calling out Gov. Kristi Noem for once again turning down federal money that would help people across our state. The Governor rejected more than $70 million for… Read More

Calling Out South Dakota’s Republican Congressional Delegation

August 29, 2024
Thune, Rounds and Johnson Take Credit for Federal Funding They Opposed The South Dakota Democratic Party is calling out our state’s Republican Congressional delegation for taking credit for… Read More

2024 DNC Convention Wrap

August 23, 2024
South Dakota Delegation Proud to be Part of Historic Moment CHICAGO, IL — South Dakota DNC delegates are now on their way home, bringing back the energy and excitement that tens of thousands… Read More