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The following is a list of the candidates and issues that I support.  
Check back as we get closer to the general elections in November for updates.
Oklahoma's primary elections are Tuesday July 27!

Governor:  Randy Brogdon
Randy's track record in our state's senate shows that he shares many of the same opinions and values that I do with regard to personal responsibility and the government's role in our lives.  Find out for yourself, go to his web site: http://www.randybrogdon.com

Lieutenant Governor:  Todd Lamb
Todd Lamb is my first choice by a slim margin over John Wright.  
Todd's web site: http://www.votetoddlamb.com


Senate, re-elect:  Tom Coburn 

Senator Coburn has been a blessing for Oklahoma and our nation.  Read more about Tom Coburn at: http://www.coburnforsenate.com/home.aspx


First Congressional District:  Kenneth Rice
Kenneth Rice to replace John Sullivan.  
http://www.kennethrice2010.com


Second Congressional District:  Dan Arnett
To replace Dan Boren.  
http://www.danarnettforcongress.com

Fifth Congressional District:  James Lankford
To replace Mary Fallin (who is not my choice for Governor). 
http://jameslankford.com 

 

State Schools Superintendent:  Janet Barresi
Although none of the candidates will work toward solving the real problems with our schools, Janet is my choice. http://www.janetbarresi.com 

 

State Questions

Vote NO:  State Question 744, also called the Hope Amendment, is a proposed amendment that would require the state to increase spending on education to a level equal to the regional average.  The regional average being that spent by our neighboring states, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, New Mexico, Texas and Colorado.  Passage of the amendment by voters would increase Oklahoma’s spending on education by about $900 million.  It should not be a surprise that the Oklahoma Education Association (teacher’s union) has pushed very hard for this amendment and in fact lead the fight to get it on the ballot.

The state education budget is already 34% of the state’s total budget.  How on earth is Oklahoma going to come up with an additional $900 million dollars should voter pass this amendment?  Well, there are three ways, (1) raise taxes, (2) cut spending in areas other than education and (3) raise taxes and cut spending.

Raise taxes:
• Increase the state sales tax by 39% from 4.5% to 6.2% or
• Increase state income tax by 34% from the current 5.5% rate to 7.4% or
• Increase both taxes by a smaller amount, resulting in the same net increase.

Reduce spending:
• Cut state health care by $135 million and
• Cut higher education budgets by $200 million and
• Cut the Department of Corrections by $97 million and
• Cut transportation (roads) by $42 million and
• Cut the remaining departments and agencies an accumulated $425 million.

When it is all said and done, would Oklahoma have more schools, better supplies and newer school buses?  Of course we would, but would we have better educated children?  History has shown the answer is no, not unless we address the need for better teachers and teaching methods, something this amendment does not address.  Click my "Education" link to learn more about what should be done to improve public education. 

Vote YES: State Question 754, co-authored by Todd Lamb (my choice for Lieutenant Governor) would attempt to negate SQ744 by prohibiting state spending based on criteria set by other governments, specific formulas, or how much other states spend on a function.  In essence, it allows our state government the freedom to set budgets based on the needs of Oklahoma, not based on decisions and formulas that may become burdensome or obsolete in the future.  I support SQ754.  At the time this was written, there was some question as to if SQ745 would be in the July ballot or on November's.

Vote YES: State Question 747, would limit lieutenant governors, attorneys general, state auditors, labor commissioners, insurance commissioners and superintendents of public instruction to two four-year terms. Corporation commissioners, who serve six-year terms, would also be limited to two terms.  My support for passage of this question is passionate.  For more on term limits, click the “Term Limits” link.

Vote YES:  State Question 746: This would require government-issued photo identification to vote. Proponents say it is necessary to prevent voter fraud. Opponents say it may be unconstitutional; they also point out that Oklahoma has had no convictions or even credible allegations of voter fraud in decades.  Every time I vote, I find it bewildering that I am not required to show proof of my identity.  As you know, all you need to do is sign your name on the dotted line and you will be given a ballot.  This is another state question that I support.