Yes on 802 For Patients And Pocketbooks

In the first week of October, 1979, four babies – Keith, Katrina, Jared, and Christy – were born at Thomas Memorial Hospital in northeast Custer County. We were lucky enough to live in a small community where we were born together, started kindergarten together, and graduated together.

Happy Loving Day: Remember Love Conquers All

Happy Loving Day! I had never heard of this holiday celebrated on June 12 before I started researching holidays to note on the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy desktop calendar. This holiday is one in which Oklahoma should certainly rejoice.

Ballot Access Fairness: The Answer Is Already In Some Voters’ Hands

Every two years, independent and “third” party candidates for various offices scramble to get their names on ballots around the United States.

A Matter Of Life And Breath: Using Tear Gas On Nonviolent Protestors Is Unconscionable

Following the police killing of George Floyd, we are witnessing the largest nationwide uprising in five decades.

Time To Stop Messing Around And Strike At The Root Of Police Violence

Protests quickly broke out nationwide following the May 25 killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, which was caught on video and quickly went viral. Yes, Chauvin has been arrested and charged with murder.

I'm Outraged By Trump's Photo-Op

In the book of Jeremiah, the Hebrew prophet shares instructions from God about entering a place of worship. "Stand at the gate of the house of the Lord and proclaim this message there," God tells the prophet. "Reform your ways and your deeds so that I may dwell with you in this place.

Devos Robbing Poor Schools To Fund Rich Ones

Times of great adversity not only bring out the best and worst in society, but they also flush out some of the stinkiest and slimiest creatures. Think of war profiteers, hucksters who prey on poor hurricane victims, or Betsy DeVos.

Yes On 805 Is A Yes To Redemption, Recovery, And Savings

We are living in interesting times to say the least. From our daily lives being upended by COVID-19 to the impact the pandemic has had on the initiative petition process this year, we've had to adapt in many ways to a new reality.

Working People Are Bearing The Cost Of The Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed fundamental inequalities in this country. With millions of us hurting — especially the poor and people of color — there’s been widespread public support for bold government action to address long-standing social problems.

OICA Urges Common Sense As State Reopens From COVID-19

As Oklahoma government officials move our state into “Phase 2” of reopening after COVID-19, it is important for us to maintain safe practices. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued recommendations recently for those communities who are considering opening schools and events.