One of President Donald Trump’s most recent Twitter rants, which media outlets cannot help but call “racially charged” comments, targeted four congresswomen of color. Unfortunately, Trump’s racist battery seems to always be at full charge. Trump told “progressive Democrat congresswomen” to “go back and help fix the totally broken and crime infested places from which […]
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Strong foundation
Freshman congresswoman Kendra Horn completed her first 100 days in Congress boasting support for bipartisan legislation and community outreach. Though she has raised more than $370,000 since January and outpaced fellow Oklahoma congressmen, she continues to prioritize “common sense” legislation. “That is separate from the work I have been doing as a member of Congress,” […]
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Letters to the Editor: Dec. 6, 2017
‘Unchecked demagoguery’ The White House held an event to honor the service of the Navajo code talkers of World War II. Our very own Representative Tom Cole attended. Lost in the noise of Mr. Trump’s antics were some remarks given at the ceremony by Peter MacDonald, president of the Navajo Code Talkers Association: “America, we […]
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Chicken-Fried News: Slur talker
Several Oklahoma lawmakers voice their disapproval of the president recently calling a senator Pocahontas when speaking to Navajo code talkers.
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In Oklahoma, the National Park Service estimates there are $19.9 million in deferred maintenance
In Oklahoma, the National Park Service estimates there are $19.9 million in deferred maintenance for sites.
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Chicken-Fried News: Budding bromance
President Donald Trump and U.S. Sen. James Inhoffe are getting along quite well.
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David Boren announces his plan to retire
After 51 years of service to Oklahoma, David Boren announces his plan to retire. The college president, former U.S. senator and governor leaves behind a legacy of a true statesman.
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Oklahoma Democratic Party hires Native American liaison
LaRenda Morgan is focused on building relations and strengthening Democratic engagement with tribes in the state.
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Letters to the Editor: Nov. 23, 2017
When we make choices that run counter to His plan for us, we often suffer the consequences of the bad choices we make and the ones made by others.
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UPDATE New overtime law affects Oklahoma workers and businesses
The Fair Labor Standards Act raises the minimum salary under exemption and is expected to cause major workplace changes.