Mapping the 2019 Legislature
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There will be plenty of new faces when Oklahoma’s 57th Legislature convenes in 2019. These maps will help you identify which legislators represent which areas of the state.
Despite Growth, County Officials Resist Efforts to Expand Early Voting
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As the popularity of early voting continues to rise, some lawmakers are reviving a plan to make it easier for Oklahomans to vote. But they will likely run into continued resistance that has given Oklahoma the shortest in-person early-voting period among the many states that allow early voting.
Virtual Charter School’s Founders Ramp Up Political Contributions
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The founders of Epic Virtual Charter School donated at least $145,000 total to dozens of candidates in this year’s elections. The donations outpaced those from the Oklahoma Education Association PAC and have come amid continuing dramatic growth in enrollment at the online school.
Business Ties May Complicate Transition for New Governor
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For the first time in a generation, Oklahoma’s incoming governor won’t be coming into office directly from another elected office, meaning Gov.-elect Kevin Stitt could have to separate himself from business and financial arrangements before taking office.
A Checklist of Campaign Promises: Can Stitt Fulfill Them?
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Gov.-elect Kevin Stitt ran as a political outsider and business success promising to elevate Oklahoma’s standing in a number of critical areas. Here’s a checklist of some of those promises, with facts on the issues and the challenges Stitt faces.
Disappointment Largely Prevails for Teacher Caucus
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For politically active teachers and parents, the defeat of gubernatorial candidate Drew Edmondson was the night’s biggest disappointment. But while the teacher caucus wasn’t as successful as supporters had hoped, there were bright spots.
Oklahoma Voters Surge to Polls
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Oklahoma’s voters came out in force for Tuesday’s midterm election, reflecting in part a national surge of people flocking to the polls after more than a year of divisive political conflict.
‘Blue Wave’ Fizzles in Oklahoma as GOP Maintains Dominance
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A Democratic “blue wave” that would upend Republican dominance over Oklahoma failed to materialize Tuesday as the state’s political makeup – with a few exceptions – saw little change after the highly anticipated midterm elections.
‘What Do You Want to Change?’ Oklahoma Voters Answer on Video
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In deciding how to vote, what do Oklahomans want to change? Oklahoma Watch caught voters at random in recent days to ask them that question. Here’s a compilation of their answers.
In One Minute: Tips for Voting on Election Day
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Turnout could be heavy on Election Day, Nov. 6, in Oklahoma, if early-voting trends are any indication. Here are some tips on preparing to vote and what you need when you show up at your polling place.