Lauren Necochea
Crapo’s playing politics with popular Child Tax Credit
Despite the clear benefits, Mike Crapo, the ranking Republican on the Senate Finance committee, is holding up the legislation, even as Democrats attempt to compromise.
Don’t confuse more with adequate: Idaho schools remain underfunded
Despite the reliance on levies and bonds to bridge funding gaps, last year, Republican legislators eliminated the March election districts often use.
Needed school facilities funding comes in “counterproductive” bill
The most beneficial part of House Bill 521 would make $1 billion available over the next decade for construction, renovation, and maintenance.
On guns in schools, let’s listen to local leaders and law enforcement
A major alarm bell should be that law enforcement does not support this approach.
Polling Paradox: Idaho voters increasingly Republican, increasingly agree with Idaho Democrats on issues
To long-time Republicans who have been left behind by their party, I invite you to take a closer look at Idaho Democrats.
Idaho’s budget committee loses Integrity
Lawmakers claim they will add funding, but they have backed Idaho into a devastating default budget.
Governor’s school proposal too little, too late
How we got here is a lesson Idahoans cannot afford to forget. As our schools have gone long underfunded.
Community schools, not vouchers, are the way forward in Idaho
The announcement of a new federal grant marks a significant stride toward expanding this proven approach across our state.
Idaho voters must reject far-right extremism this Tuesday
The West Bonner School District is a cautionary tale, illustrating the stakes and the ease with which extremism can take hold.
Let’s make sure Idaho kids get to school safely
People traveling in vehicles are facing increasing risks. During what law enforcement calls the “100 Deadliest Days,” the period from Memorial Day to Labor Day, Idaho experienced 21% more car accident fatalities in 2023 than in 2022.