They are the primary newspaper serving Ada and Canyon Counties, which comprise Idaho’s lone MSA. The Idaho Statesman commits its efforts, expertise and resources towards programs that positively impact the communities it serves in the Treasure Valley and South Western Idaho and programs/events that meet the newspaper’s strategic goals. Over the years The Idaho Statesman has campaigned for the voting rights of women, funding and development of state parks, auto airbag safety, early childhood education and immunization, the growth of Boise State University and Workmans’ Compensation for farm workers.