Tommy Ahlquist

Little and Ahlquist talk education — and echo common themes

Speaking at the Idaho Association of School Administrators’ conference in Boise, the candidates sounded similar on policy — but disagreed on governing strategy.

Governor’s race: Sunshine reports shine a light on GOP divisions

The three major Republican candidates for governor raised nearly $1.5 million during the first six months of 2017.

Ahlquist touts — and defends — his pledge to cut state budget

“To be clear, I’m not talking about cutting education or critical needs funding,” the Boise Republican said Wednesday. Key legislators have questioned Ahlquist’s pledge to cut budgets by $100 million.

Ahlquist criticizes rollout of Common Core standards

The gubernatorial candidate does not support repealing the standards in math and English language arts, a campaign staffer said Tuesday. In June, the Associated Press said Ahlquist wants to repeal the standards.