“Other people have 2- to 3-foot hurdles to jump, but you get a 10-foot-tall hurdle,” Knight said.
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Groups strive to put third-party candidates on ballots
Members of Oklahoma’s Green and Libertarian parties hope petitions and proposed bills will open up voting options in Oklahoma.
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Commentary: Independent voters needed
Oklahoma’s Democratic Party is on the verge of having a stroke of genius. Party officials announced they’re considering opening primary and runoff elections to Independent voters at the party’s July 25 delegate meeting at Oklahoma City Community College. The Democrats’ intent is clear: to be more inclusive, expand primary participation and draw voters to Demo-cratic […]
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Counterpoint: GOP undermines funding
In an ideal world, tuition-free, public college education, well-funded by the government, would be the best way to create a more educated, informed citizenry. College-educated people lead healthier lives and make this country and state more prosperous through innovation and creativity. Investing in higher education is paramount for any state that wants to thrive by […]
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Geraldine Ferraro and the locked door
My plate was more than full, my family was thriving and all was right with my world — except that I longed for the excitement of the political life I’d left in Washington, D.C. I had worked in the Capitol city for progressive women running for the U.S. House and Senate, including a snappy, smart […]