Idahoans for Civil Discourse

02/20/2026

There is a standoff at the statehouse. Between The Governors office, JFAC, and H&W committee… they are all out to pass the blame on someone else.

A third patient has died after Idaho cut a Medicaid mental health service

02/20/2026

I like Debbie’s choice of words here. “Offering more without taking away from” 👍

“Opting in on this opportunity will benefit every student and family in Idaho, no matter what their educational choices may be. This is a chance to give Idahoans more – more support, more resources, and more options – without taking away from what we already have,” Superintendent of Public Instruction Debbie Critchfield said.

Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little took steps to further expand school choice in Idaho with a new executive order opting into the federal scholarship tax credit program created through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Governor Little issued the executive order Monday, Feb. 16. “Idaho is proud to...

02/14/2026

Calling care “fraud” doesn’t fix the system; it undermines disabled people’s rights. Dr. Oz’s claims ignore the reality of in-home care and home health care, fueling harmful stereotypes. We break down why this narrative is dangerous and concerning for the Disabled community and the real issue that needs to be addressed.

Check the link to read more: https://cdrnys.org/blog/disability-politics/calling-care-fraud-wont-fix-the-system-it-will-break-it/



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02/13/2026

I will be joining two of my democrat colleagues this Saturday to listen and discuss the possible Medicaid cuts. I appreciate their invite to join them. This is NOT a partisan issue. Medicaid and disability issues don’t discriminate. These possible cuts will affect our communities, our friends, and neighbors. Please come out on Saturday from 2-4 at the 1912 Center to share your story. We want to meet you and listen to your story.
Hope to see you on Saturday!!

02/11/2026

02/05/2026

Why is Idaho so hell bent on coming after disability services and fighting against sped funding?

After months of uncertainty, federal lawmakers approved a spending package that rejects Trump administration efforts to alter IDEA and do away with some disability programs.

02/04/2026

Today!

Tell Idaho Lawmakers how Medicaid cuts impact your family and community!

Public Forum on Medicaid Cuts
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
4-7 pm MST
Idaho State Capitol
LINCOLN AUDITORIUM

This meeting will be live streamed
Spanish and ASL interpretation
This meeting will be live-streamed