Idaho is home. It’s where many of us were raised and where we chose to raise our families. But as a mother of two daughters, I can no longer encourage them to settle here. This breaks my heart, but Idaho’s cruel laws deny their freedoms and put them at risk if they...

When it comes to nominating our nation’s presidents, Idahoans want and deserve a voice. Both major political parties have seen the wisdom in moving from the arduous caucus system to a presidential primary election where Democratic and Republican voters can cast a...

Idahoans are often surprised to learn how unbalanced our Legislature is, with Republicans holding 83% of the seats. Even in this unhealthy environment, Idaho Democrats punch above our weight. And with a fractured Republican Party, Democrats deliver clutch votes on...

The governor’s veto power is an important check on the Legislature, especially when it passes unconstitutional, unjust, or cruel measures. Unfortunately, Gov. Brad Little has a history of signing bad legislation, even while acknowledging it will be overturned (usually...

At the onset of this legislative session, we had strong proposals to enact, opportunities to seize, and problems to solve. Sadly, progress on Idaho’s most pressing needs have stalled. As we zoom toward a targeted March 24 adjournment, it is past time for the...

When we invest in a strong start for our kids, we build strong foundations that yield dividends down the road. Children who participate in preschool, compared to control groups, are more likely to graduate high school and enroll in college, and less likely to be...