The arrest and trial sparked a national debate on the limits of self defense, dividing many in the state. However, one of the least talked about, but most important undercurrents in this saga has been the pervasive influence of race. When read in the context of a history of racial inequality and a persistent stream […]
Tyler Branson
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Okie hope
As term limits officially prevent Gov. Brad Henry from running again in 2010, Republicans are now poised to seize the gubernatorial position in addition to controlling the Legislature, tightening the noose on any chance of a more-than-nominal Democratic voice in Oklahoma politics. Traditionally, Democrats ran the show in Oklahoma. The people have elected only four […]
Posted inNews
Okie hope
As term limits officially prevent Gov. Brad Henry from running again in 2010, Republicans are now poised to seize the gubernatorial position in addition to controlling the Legislature, tightening the noose on any chance of a more-than-nominal Democratic voice in Oklahoma politics. Traditionally, Democrats ran the show in Oklahoma. The people have elected only four […]