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A Message from the Chair: Idaho Democrats Stand with Texans to Defend Democracy

August 8, 2025
Sixty years ago, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act into law. It was a promise: no citizen would be denied the right to vote because of race or color. It dismantled generations… Read More

On 60th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, Idaho Democrats Stand with Texas to Protect the Vote

August 6, 2025
On the 60th Anniversary of the creation of the Voting Rights Act, Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released the following statement: “Sixty years ago, the Voting Rights Act tore… Read More

On First Day of August Recess, Idaho Democrats Launch Online Tool to Help Voters Demand GOP Town Halls

August 4, 2025
On the first day of the August recess, the Idaho Democratic Party Click here to Read More About "On First Day of August Recess, Idaho Democrats Launch Online Tool to Help Voters Demand GOP… Read More

A Message from the Chair: Public Lands Make Us Who We Are. Idaho Democrats Are Fighting to Keep Them That Way.

August 1, 2025
Public lands define Idaho. Whether you’re ranching in Owyhee, hunting near Salmon, or hiking with your kids in the Sawtooths, your rights are equal to anyone else’s. These lands belong to… Read More

Idaho Democrats Celebrate 60 Years of Medicare and Medicaid, Highlight Record of Expanding Care

July 30, 2025
On the 60th Anniversary of the creation of Medicare and Medicaid, Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released the following statement: “For sixty years, Medicare and Medicaid have… Read More

A Message from the Chair: Congress Has Surrendered to Trump. Idaho's Delegation Is Leading the Retreat.

July 25, 2025
Duty to country should come before loyalty to any politician. Members of Congress are elected to protect the people and uphold the Constitution. Idaho’s Republican delegation has abandoned that… Read More

Simpson and Fulcher Flee D.C. to Avoid Vote on Releasing the Epstein Files

July 23, 2025
In response to House Republicans fleeing the Capitol and beginning the August recess early to avoid the release of the Epstein files, Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released the… Read More

Idaho Democrats Celebrate Appointment of Annie Henderson Haws to Represent District 16

July 22, 2025
On July 22, 2025, Governor Brad Little appointed Annie Henderson Haws to the Idaho House of Representatives, filling the District 16, Seat B vacancy. She will serve the remainder of the term through… Read More

6 Months In, Trump and Republicans Are Screwing Over Working Idahoans

July 20, 2025
As Idahoans endure 6 months of Donald Trump’s billionaires-first agenda, Idaho Democratic Party Spokesperson Avery Roberts released the following statement: “Trump said he’d… Read More

A Message from the Chair: Republicans Just Cut Lifesaving Care. Again.

July 18, 2025
When someone’s health fails or a child is born with a disability, families step up. They cancel plans, quit jobs, and do what needs to be done. But even the strongest families need help. For… Read More

Fulcher and Simpson Vote To Protect Trump and Hide the Epstein Files

July 16, 2025
In response to House Republicans voting to hide the Epstein files, Idaho Democratic Party Communications Director Avery Roberts released the following statement: “Russ Fulcher and Mike… Read More

Supreme Court Clears Path for Trump to Slash Education, Putting Idaho Classrooms at Risk

July 14, 2025
In response to the Supreme Court’s decision allowing Donald Trump to move forward with efforts to dismantle the Department of Education, Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren Necochea released… Read More

A Message from the Chair: Trump Regime Steals School Funding, Republican Leaders Silent

July 11, 2025
Public schools are one of the few promises we make to every child. No matter your background, income, or ZIP code, your kids have a place to learn and prepare for their future. That promise only… Read More

A Message from the Chair: Our History of American Progress Marred by GOP's Backward Budget

July 4, 2025
Since our nation’s independence, the American story has been one of hard-won progress. We’ve been fighting to build a country where hard work means you can support your family and build… Read More

Simpson and Fulcher Sell Out Idahoans For Their New Constituents: Billionaires and Mega-Donors

July 3, 2025
In response to Republican Representative Mike Simpson and Russ Fulcher passing the GOP’s devastating budget after closed-door meetings all day yesterday, Idaho Democratic Party Chair Lauren… Read More