According to a report released Monday, the top dysfunctional intersections locally over the last five years are shown to be where city streets intersect highways. US Hwy 169 at 21st Street ranks 5th and US Hwy 169 at 31st Street ranks fourteenth as the most dangerous in Oklahoma according to the study by Warhawk Legal and1Point21 Interactive.
In a gruesome tie for the metro area, Aspen Ave. at Hwy 51 tied with Hwy 169 and 31st Street with seventy-three crashes and twenty-six injuries (33% of crashes). Further on North 9th Street and Hwy 51 there were 66 crashes with 25 injuries.
The study notes, “These locations are especially prone to crashes as vehicles converge from multiple directions, creating a higher potential for collisions. With factors like distracted driving, reckless behavior, and other dangerous actions, crashes at intersections are all too common. In fact, each year, a quarter of all crashes in the U.S. occur at intersections, and each state has its own story to tell. Over the past five years, Oklahoma has seen 103,962 intersection-related crashes. In this article, we analyze these incidents to pinpoint the most crash-prone intersections in the state and uncover troubling patterns at the city and county levels.”
Key Takeaways:
Tulsa’s East 21st Street and US-169 has the largest share of crashes resulting in injuries, accounting for 44% of crashes.
Oklahoma City experiences 30% of all intersection crashes in the state, followed by Tulsa at 14% and Broken Arrow at 3%.
Tulsa County has recorded the most fatal crashes (95) of any county in Oklahoma over five years.
US-169, a major north-south highway, spans across much of Oklahoma and serves as a key corridor for both local traffic and long-distance travel.
While Tulsa’s Reparations Mayor continues to drive historically inaccurate narratives of shame on the city, dangerous intersections keep driving death. So much for socialist priorities.
The Oklahoma City Thunder is the NBA Western Conference champion and has advanced to the NBA Finals after defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves, 124-94, Wednesday night, winning the series 4-1. With its second NBA Finals appearance, the Thunder will now play the winner of the Eastern Conference finals series match up between the Indiana Pacers and the New York Knicks.
A limited number of Finals tickets for Thunder home games are available and go on sale at www.okcthunder.com/buytickets starting Friday, May 30 at 10 a.m. Fans can also purchase guaranteed, authentic tickets from season ticket members and other fans through www.okcthunder.com/buytickets, as available. Only tickets sold through the Thunder website via Ticketmaster are guaranteed to be authentic and ensure entry into Paycom Center for the game.
With the Thunder’s home-court advantage, the Finals schedule begins at Paycom Center as follows:
Game 1, Thursday, June 5, 7:30 p.m. in Oklahoma City
Game 2, Sunday, June 8, 7 p.m. in Oklahoma City
Game 3, Wednesday, June 11, 7:30 p.m. (away)
Game 4, Friday, June 13, 7:30 p.m. (away)
Game 5 (if necessary), Monday, June 16, 7:30 p.m. in Oklahoma City
Game 6 (if necessary), Thursday, June 19, at 7:30 p.m. (away)
Game 7 (if necessary), Sunday, June 22, 7 p.m. in Oklahoma City
The NBA Finals will air exclusively on ABC. Following each game, the Thunder will offer a post game show with interviews with players, hosted by Paris Lawson, Nick Gallo, and Royce Young. It will be available on the Thunder App, Thunder Connected TV app, Thunder YouTube, the FanDuel Sports Network App, and on KSBI-52 in Oklahoma City. All games will be carried live on the Thunder Radio Network, led by WWLS 98.1 The Sports Animal in Oklahoma City. All Thunder home playoff games will be available in Spanish on WKY 930 AM radio in Oklahoma City.
Fan favorites such as Thunder UP in the Park, playoff T-shirts, half-off home game concessions, and Loud City Live inside Paycom Center for road games will continue through the Finals. The Thunder will announce expanded fan experiences in the coming days.
Western Conference championship and NBA Finals gear is available now at www.okcthunder.com/shop and at the Thunder Shop in Paycom Center. The Thunder Shop is open during home playoff games and during regular store hours, Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
To get updates on Finals, ticket giveaways, and more, fans can text PLAYOFFS to 405.877.5558, visit www.okcthunder.com/playoffscentral, or follow Thunder social media channels.
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced in a release today she will exercise the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) authority to provide a much-needed funding increase of $14.5 million in reimbursements to states for meat and poultry inspection programs. Without this funding, States may not have the resources to continue their own inspection programs which ensure products are safe. This funding increase ensures American produced meat and poultry can make it to market and onto the tables of families across the country.
“President Trump is committed to ensuring Americans have access to a safe, affordable food supply. Today I exercised my authority to robustly fund state meat and poultry inspection programs to ensure states can continue to partner with USDA to deliver effective and efficient food safety inspection,” said Secretary Rollins.
“While the Biden Administration let this funding decline in recent years, the Trump Administration recognizes the importance of our federal-state partnerships and will ensure services that our meat and poultry processors and producers rely on will continue to operate on a normal basis. The President’s commitment is reflected in his 2026 budget proposal, which calls on Congress to address this funding shortfall moving forward.”
Agricultural State Leaders Voice Support from Across the Nation
“State meat and poultry inspection programs are vital to maintaining a safe and resilient food system, especially for small and medium-sized producers and processors. On behalf of the state departments of agriculture, NASDA applauds Secretary Rollins and USDA-FSIS for providing an additional $14.54 million to increase the reimbursement rate for this critical state cooperative agreement in this fiscal year. In recent years, USDA has been providing states with significantly less funding, challenging states’ ability to provide inspection services. Increasing the reimbursement rate for states participating in this cooperative agreement ensures that more efficient processing options for local livestock producers remain in operation, especially for smaller farms. We were also encouraged that the President’s budget included a similar funding request for state meat and poultry inspection programs. We will continue to advocate for Congress to appropriate this essential funding. This investment helps safeguard consumers, supports farmers, and ensures that state-inspected meat and poultry continue to reach American dinner tables efficiently and safely,” said Ted McKinney, CEO, NASDA.
“The continued partnership between USDA and states to provide inspection services for meat and poultry processors of all sizes means food safety, food security, and economic growth in rural communities across Oklahoma and the nation. Thank you, Secretary Rollins, for recognizing the vital part this cooperation plays and for supporting American agriculture,” said Blayne Arthur, Oklahoma Secretary of Agriculture.
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins
“State meat inspection programs play a critical role in ensuring the safety, quality, and availability of our nation’s meat supply and we’ve worked hard to expand market access for our producers through expanded capacity and the Cooperative Interstate Shipment program”, said South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources Secretary, Hunter Roberts. “South Dakota appreciates USDA’s continued commitment to working as a co-regulator to support food safety. This partnership is essential to protecting public health and supporting farmers, ranchers, and local businesses.”
“President Trump and Secretary Rollins continue to deliver on their promise to partner with states, and today’s announced investment in state meat and poultry inspection programs is a clear demonstration of that commitment,” said Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig. “In Iowa, state-inspected meat lockers expand market access, boost processing capacity, and provide consumers with more locally-raised protein options. This announcement supports our livestock industry, grows our rural economy, and ensures that taxpayer dollars are used effectively to strengthen our food supply chain.”
“This is much welcome news. This has been an issue and major concern for the states. I thank the Trump Administration for funding this critical work to ensure the safety of our meat and poultry products for the American people,” said Louisiana Commissioner of Agriculture and Forestry Mike Strain.
“Secretary Rollins is committed to keeping our supply chain strong, and now more than ever agriculture needs just that,” said Brian Baldridge, Director, Ohio Department of Agriculture. “Here in Ohio, we are proud to be home to 267 meat processing facilities. This additional funding will help feed not only Ohioans but millions of Americans across the country.”
“I’m grateful for Secretary Rollins’ commitment and decisive actions to ensure America’s food supply remains the safest, most abundant, and most affordable in the world. Our Georgia Meat Inspection Section staff work tirelessly to protect Georgia consumers and our state’s food supply, and after steep cuts to state-level inspection services under the Biden Administration, this additional funding will help ensure we can continue to effectively protect Georgia’s food supply,” said Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture Tyler Harper.
“I commend Secretary Rollins for providing much-needed funds to support state meat and poultry inspection programs. This is a significant win for Alabama consumers and producers,” said Alabama Agriculture Commissioner Rick Pate. “The additional $14.54 million is critical to strengthening our food supply chain and supporting the hardworking producers and processors who keep it thriving.”
“We appreciate Secretary Rollins for prioritizing this critical partnership with USDA,” said Missouri Director of Agriculture Chris Chinn. “Small and medium-sized meat processors are vital to Missouri livestock producers and consumers. We look forward to working with this administration and Congress to ensure ongoing funding for this key component to agriculture.”
“In my tenure as Commissioner of the West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA), I have advocated for our federal partners to fully fund the agreements with states. West Virginia has been a participant in the USDA State-Federal Cooperative Inspection Agreement for the last 54 years. The efforts of WVDA Meat and Poultry Inspection staff benefit both consumers as well as local producers looking to start or expand processing facilities. To properly support these efforts, funding must be a priority to maintain the 50/50 state-federal cost share. Therefore, we welcome and appreciate the additional funding to help support our local food system to shorten the distance food travels to our dinner plates,” said West Virginia Commissioner Kent Leonhardt.
“Arkansas is a top 10 producer of animals and animal products and the demand for state inspected processing facilities continues to grow each year. Thank you, Secretary Rollins, for taking quick action to address a critical need that not only ensures the viability of an important food safety program but also opens market opportunities for small family farms in Arkansas and across the country,” said Arkansas Secretary of Agriculture Wes Ward.
“I applaud President Trump and USDA Secretary Rollins for making this game-changer a reality,” said Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller. “State inspection programs are so important to our food supply, but they’ve been neglected for too long. Last year, I joined agriculture leaders across the nation to ask Congress for a 50/50 match on reimbursements—President Trump went above and beyond with full reimbursements for FY26. That’s what real support for American agriculture looks like.”
Today, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order to bring the prices American taxpayers pay for prescription drugs in line with those paid by similar nations. At the signing event, Secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said several of his family, who were Bernie Sanders supporters came to tears upon hearing that President Trump would do today what many candidates for President have promised for generations.
A fact sheet accompanying the signing outlines details:
The Order directs the U.S. Trade Representative and Secretary of Commerce to take action to ensure foreign countries are not engaged in practices that purposefully and unfairly undercut market prices and drive price hikes in the United States.
The Order instructs the Administration to communicate price targets to pharmaceutical manufacturers to establish that America, the largest purchaser and funder of prescription drugs in the world, gets the best deal.
The Secretary of Health and Human Services will establish a mechanism through which American patients can buy their drugs directly from manufacturers who sell to Americans at a “Most-Favored-Nation” price, bypassing middlemen.
If drug manufacturers fail to offer most-favored-nation pricing, the Order directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to: (1) propose rules that impose most-favored-nation pricing; and (2) take other aggressive measures to significantly reduce the cost of prescription drugs to the American consumer and end anti-competitive practices.
GETTING A BETTER DEAL FOR AMERICANS: President Trump is once again taking action to keep pharmaceutical manufacturers from charging Americans high drug prices while giving steep discounts to other wealthy nations.
According to recent data, the prices Americans pay for brand-name drugs are more than three times the price other OECD nations pay, even after accounting for discounts manufacturers provide in the U.S.
The United States has less than five percent of the world’s population, yet funds roughly 75% of global pharmaceutical profits.
Drug manufacturers discount their products to gain access to foreign markets and then subsidize those discounts through high prices charged in America—in essence, Americans are subsidizing drug-manufacturer profits and foreign health systems, despite drug manufacturers benefiting from generous research subsidies and enormous healthcare spending by the U.S. Government.
In his first term, President Trump took historic action to keep Medicare and seniors from paying more for drugs than economically comparable countries, which the Biden Administration rescinded before it could take effect.
Instead of fixing this problem, the Biden Administration’s greatest achievement was to negotiate prices that were, on average, 78 percent higher than in 11 comparable countries as part of Biden’s effort to “beat Medicare.”
DELIVERING ON PROMISES TO PUT AMERICAN PATIENTS FIRST: President Trump is delivering on his promise to once again put America first by furthering efforts to get American patients and taxpayers a fair deal for prescription drugs.
This Order builds on actions from President Trump’s first term to make progress on reducing price disparities at home and expands those efforts by including Medicaid in addition to Medicare.
President Trump recently signed an Executive Order to take additional action to lower drug prices, including by providing massive discounts to low-income patients for lifesaving medicines, facilitating importation programs, and increasing the availability of generic and biosimilar medicines.
President Trump is also working to make drug prices radically transparent, as he recently signed an Executive Order to build on his historic price transparency efforts undertaken during his first term.
President Trump has been relentless in his effort to address the unfair and outrageous prices Americans pay for prescription drugs:
President Trump: “In case after case, our citizens pay massively higher prices than other nations pay for the same exact pill, from the same factory, effectively subsidizing socialism aboard [abroad] with skyrocketing prices at home. So we would spend tremendous amounts of money in order to provide inexpensive drugs to another country. And when I say the price is different, you can see some examples where the price is beyond anything — four times, five times different.”
President Trump published the first word of the Executive Order Sunday Evening on Truth Social writing:
For many years the World has wondered why Prescription Drugs and Pharmaceuticals in the United States States of America were SO MUCH HIGHER IN PRICE THAN THEY WERE IN ANY OTHER NATION, SOMETIMES BEING FIVE TO TEN TIMES MORE EXPENSIVE THAN THE SAME DRUG, MANUFACTURED IN THE EXACT SAME LABORATORY OR PLANT, BY THE SAME COMPANY??? It was always difficult to explain and very embarrassing because, in fact, there was no correct or rightful answer.
The Pharmaceutical/Drug Companies would say, for years, that it was Research and Development Costs, and that all of these costs were, and would be, for no reason whatsoever, borne by the “suckers” of America, ALONE. Campaign Contributions can do wonders, but not with me, and not with the Republican Party. We are going to do the right thing, something that the Democrats have fought for many years.
Therefore, I am pleased to announce that Tomorrow morning, in the White House, at 9:00 A.M., I will be signing one of the most consequential Executive Orders in our Country’s history. Prescription Drug and Pharmaceutical prices will be REDUCED, almost immediately, by 30% to 80%. They will rise throughout the World in order to equalize and, for the first time in many years, bring FAIRNESS TO AMERICA! I will be instituting a MOST FAVORED NATION’S POLICY whereby the United States will pay the same price as the Nation that pays the lowest price anywhere in the World. Our Country will finally be treated fairly, and our citizens Healthcare Costs will be reduced by numbers never even thought of before. Additionally, on top of everything else, the United States will save TRILLIONS OF DOLLARS. Thank you for your attention to this matter. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!
OKLAHOMA CITY – As the 60th Oklahoma Legislature begins to wind down its session ending May 30, 2025, citizens across the state are drawn to the Oklahoma State Capitol, eager to witness the crucible of democracy: committee meetings where bills on education, criminal justice, and economic policy are forged. For Oklahomans, access to these proceedings, whether in person or online, is not just a convenience but a fundamental right, a cornerstone of individual liberty. Yet, in Oklahoma, this right is constrained by a legislative system that wields near-unchecked control over public access, rooted in a constitutional exemption that prioritizes institutional prerogative over the people’s freedom to engage with their government.
The exemption reflects a historical compromise, granting lawmakers flexibility in a nascent state. But in 2025, it raises a deeper question: why should the people’s representatives hold such power to limit the people’s scrutiny? Individual liberty demands that citizens have unfettered access to the processes that shape their lives, yet Oklahoma’s system places bureaucrats and elected officials ahead of the public they serve. Committee meetings, where the real work of lawmaking unfolds, are technically open, but physical space is restricted, with priority given to legislators, staff, invited guests, and credentialed media. Notices, posted 24 hours in advance on the Legislature’s website (www.oklegislature.gov), offer a glimpse of schedules, but navigating this system demands time and tenacity, burdens that encroach on the freedom to participate.
The Senate’s Partial Victory
The Senate has taken steps to honor the individual’s right to know, leveraging technology to broaden access. Its rules for the 60th Legislature require committee meetings to adhere to the Open Meeting Act’s notice provisions, with agendas posted online (oksenate.gov) and at a designated Capitol location. Most meetings, often held in rooms like 535, are livestreamed, enabling Oklahomans from rural panhandle towns to urban centers to watch in real time.
This digital shift, cemented during the COVID-19 pandemic and bolstered by 2022’s Senate Bill 1547, which expanded virtual access statewide, marks a win for liberty. It empowers individuals to hold lawmakers accountable without the state dictating who can afford the trip to Oklahoma City. Yet, the system falls short of true transparency. Reports of muted audio during livestreamed discussions or voice votes have surfaced, obscuring critical moments of debate. Such gaps erode the public’s ability to fully exercise their right to monitor their government, turning a tool of empowerment into a half-measure.
In-person access is even more restrictive. Limited seating favors insiders, legislators, aides, and media, leaving ordinary citizens to compete for scraps of space. This hierarchy undermines the principle that every individual, not just the privileged few, deserves a front-row seat to democracy.
The House’s Failure to Deliver
The House of Representatives, by contrast, lags woefully behind. Its procedural manual offers scant guidance on public access, and while meetings are nominally open, livestreaming is sporadic. Some committees provide recordings after the fact, but real-time access, a lifeline for those asserting their right to know, remains elusive. This inconsistency is more than a logistical failing; it’s a denial of individual agency, forcing citizens to rely on the state’s whims to engage with their own governance.
The House’s reluctance to modernize reflects a broader resistance to prioritizing the public’s liberty over institutional convenience. Without reliable digital access, Oklahomans unable to attend in person are effectively silenced, their freedom to participate curtailed by an outdated system that favors control over openness.
Joint Committees: A Glimmer of Hope
Joint Committees, comprising members from both chambers, offer a brighter example. Their rules, adopted in January 2025, mandate open meetings with 24 hours’ notice, posted on both chambers’ websites. Handling issues like fiscal transparency, these committees demonstrate that clear, accessible guidelines are possible. This approach honors the individual’s right to transparency, serving as a model for what the entire Legislature could achieve if it placed liberty first.
Liberty at Stake
Access to committee meetings is not a mere procedural issue, it’s a battleground for individual freedom. These rooms are where policies that govern property rights, personal safety, and economic opportunity are shaped. When access is restricted, whether by limited seating or inconsistent livestreams, the state infringes on the citizen’s sovereignty to oversee their representatives. Every barrier, be it a muted livestream or a packed committee room, diminishes the power of the individual to hold government accountable.
The credentialed media, granted priority access, face their own constraints. Obtaining a Capitol Press Pass requires affiliation with established outlets and advance applications through the House or Senate media offices. Independent journalists and bloggers, often the vanguards of unfiltered truth, face stricter scrutiny, needing to prove consistent coverage. This gatekeeping stifles the diversity of voices essential to a free society, favoring institutional media over the individual’s right to report and inform.
A Call to Reclaim Freedom
As the 2025 session tackles a weighty agenda, the Legislature must confront a fundamental question: will it uphold the individual’s liberty to engage with their government, or will it cling to a system that prioritizes control? The answer lies in bold reforms: universal livestreaming with reliable audio, expanded physical access to committee rooms, and a streamlined credentialing process that welcomes independent voices. These changes would empower every Oklahoman to exercise their right to know, free from the state’s arbitrary gatekeeping.
Oklahoma’s history is one of rugged individualism, of citizens who demand their voices be heard. Today, those citizens check legislative websites, tune into imperfect livestreams, or trek to the Capitol, vying for a seat in the gallery. Each act is a declaration of liberty, a refusal to let government operate in the shadows.
In a state where access is both a right and a struggle, their persistence is a clarion call for a Legislature that serves the people, not itself. True transparency is not a gift bestowed by lawmakers, it’s a freedom owed to every individual, and it’s time Oklahoma’s Capitol opened its doors wide.
About the author: Marven Goodman publishes “The Sooner Sentinel” on Substack and invites readers to subscribe for free at this link which is where this story first appeared. Goodman is an author, past Logan County Commissioner, and retired Army Lieutenant Colonel with a passion for digital electronics and computer science. His career began in 1973 as a U.S. Marine Corps avionics bench technician, troubleshooting circuits and exploring binary logic. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Central Oklahoma in 1993, blending military training with computer science studies. Goodman served as Chief Information Officer on the Oklahoma Adjutant General’s staff and retired from the military in May 2000. First elected as Logan County Commissioner in June 2014, he served through January 2023, bringing his technical and leadership expertise to writing, governance, and public service
A recent analysis from Printastic spotlights the U.S. cities and states where physical retail is growing (and shrinking) fastest, and which locations could face new headwinds just as in-person shopping was beginning to recover. Tulsa’s growth in retail since 2020 is above the U.S. average.
Key Takeaways:
• Retail’s Long Decline—and Fragile Recovery: Over the past 20 years, retail establishment growth (+4.8%) has lagged far behind total U.S. business growth (+49.4%), with major setbacks during the Great Recession and COVID-19 pandemic.
• Post-Pandemic Gains: From 2020 to 2024, the sector added over 38,000 new stores and 870,000 jobs—the strongest retail expansion in decades.
• Southeastern and Western States Lead in Retail Growth: States like Idaho (+18.8%), Tennessee (+14.5%), and Georgia (+12.5%) posted the highest retail growth since 2020, while parts of the Northeast and Midwest posted declines.
• Metro-Level Growth Could Stall: In the metros where retail has grown between 2020 and 2024, rising costs could test the durability of those gains.
• How Retail Has Fared in the Tulsa metro: Between 2020 and 2024, the Tulsa metro gained 146 retail establishments—an increase of 4.5%, above the national increase of 3.7%. Meanwhile, retail employment increased by 1,106 workers (+2.4%) during that span.
The report covers 375 U.S. metros and all 50 states, with a detailed breakdown of retail growth rates, total establishments and employment, and how those figures have changed since 2020.
I hope you have a little savings to cover an emergency.
Increasingly, Americans live paycheck to paycheck and are maxed out on their credit. But so is the U.S. You cannot keep rolling over debt if creditors will not lend you money. The same is true for the country.
As the graph below shows, central banks globally are buying gold, but since 2021 [Biden Administration], foreign official purchases of the U.S. Treasury bill, once considered the safest form of investment, have plummeted. Confidence in the U.S. as the world’s economic powerhouse is crumbling.
Unlike you, if the U.S. government cannot find buyers for its bonds, it can simply “print” (or digitally create) money. The result is dilution of the value of all existing dollars (inflation).
What should you do?
Richard Maybury, who generally provides a lot of investment advice in Early Warning Report, says in the April/May issue to “continue sitting on your hands.”
“I do not have the foggiest notion what to forecast except more runaway uncertainty.” This could cause a plunge in the velocity of money, a strong deflationary signal.
He suggests stocking up on emergency equipment and supplies. He warns that the destructive effects of ObamaCare are continuing, and that good medical care will be increasingly hard to find. “Befriend as many medical professionals as you can.”
Editor’s Note: While few could argue with a current analysis of “runaway uncertainty,” the reset of trade relationships is continuing, but likely to settle soon in the consumer’s favor. Economists in many nations are sighing in relief that President Trump is calling out China’s practices. In truth, no producer in a free society can compete with a producer using slave laborunder threat of torture and death. This is the reason Tulsa Today urges a boycott of all China products until the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is removed.
In a public release early this morning, more than 30 organizations and individuals, representing thousands of conservative Oklahomans, politely request legislators to oppose SJR20, the proposed joint resolution that seeks to disapprove the newly adopted science and social studies standards.
The letter notes that “three State Board members were replaced just days before the final vote, disrupting a nearly year-long process. Now, some individuals are using that disruption as cover to try to reverse the results, results that reflect the will of the people. This is not about flawed standards; it is about political interference and media manipulation.
Continuing the letter states, “Oklahoma’s adoption process for academic standards has been consistent, legal, and transparent. Superintendent Ryan Walters and the State Board followed that same process to adopt strong, conservative, pro-American standards. Unfortunately, three State Board members were replaced just days before the final vote, disrupting a process underway for nearly a year. Now, some individuals are using that disruption as cover to try to reverse the results—results that reflect the will of the people.
“The liberal Oklahoma media activists and their Democrat legislator allies have opposed these standards from the start—not because of what’s wrong with them, but because of what’s right: they’re truth-filled, anti-woke, and unapologetically conservative. Now, some Republican lawmakers are considering aligning themselves with those same Democrats and liberal media activists—turning their backs on the very voters who put them in office.
“We want to remind every legislator: In the last few election cycles, grassroots conservative organizations have flipped seats across Oklahoma by holding weak Republicans accountable. If you choose to side with the liberal media and make backroom deals with Democrats to block conservative reform, you will be next.”
This isn’t just a procedural vote. It’s a test of conviction. A test of loyalty. A test of courage. We urge every legislator: Respect the process. Reject the media pressure. Stand with the people. Vote NO on SJR20.
The letter is signed by: Moms for Liberty Oklahoma * ROPE Report * American Education Advocates * Miriam Shaw, host of the Mission for Freedom Podcast * Wayne Hill, Vice Chair OK GOP * OK Grassroots * School Boards for Kids * Broken Trust * SW Metro Lions Den * Awake Oklahoma * Lions Den * Freedom Brigades * Oklahoma D.O.G.E. * Jake Merrick, host of the Jake Merrick Show * Ladies for Liberty * Canadian County Lions Den * Restore Oklahoma * Republican Women’s Club South Tulsa * Brian Hobbs, CD3 Vice Chair * Oklahoma Values Coalition * Chuck Sabatka, Creek County GOP Vice Chair * Susan Sipes, Creek County GOP Secretary, Precinct 408 Chair * Nancy McDaniel, Legislative Resource Offi cer Creek County GOP * Wendell Shaw, Garfi eld County GOP precinct 110 Chair and state committee member * William Zachary Stump, Precinct 311 Secretary/Treasurer Creek County * Susan Burns, Canadian County GOP Secretary * Karla Sabatka, Precinct 311 Vice-Chairman Creek County * Kenny Bob Tapp Cimarron County GOP Chairman * OK2A * Mike Bichard, Chairman Craig County GOP * Oklahomans for Childrens Rights Inc. * Narcisa Crafts – Rogers County GOP Chair * Nathan Voelkers – Vice Chairman Kay County GOP *
Tulsa Today joins this request that the OK Legislature dismiss the deeply flawed and disingenuous SJR20.
