Congratulations to the winners of the Oklahoma House and Senate races. For the first time in state history, the Republicans will be in control of the legislature. I look forward to working with the leadership teams of both parties as we advance the cause of public education.
Oklahoma has a great opportunity to address the needs of our schools so they can provide a quality workforce for business. Oklahoma can send a strong message to the rest of the country about the greatness of our state by investing in education. That investment will bring businesses to Oklahoma and make us competitive with the rest of the USA and countries around the world.
Our opportunities will be achieved by investing in our kids.
Showing posts with label Elections. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Elections. Show all posts
Saturday, November 08, 2008
Thursday, January 25, 2007
Historic Changes
With the results of the 2006 elections, there are an even number of Republican and Democratic Senators. With this historic change, power will be shared by both parties. Today the OEA leadership shared the 2007 OEA Legislative Agenda with Republican Pro Tempore Glenn Coffee.
As I mentioned yesterday, you can read more about our legislators and the upcoming session in the current issue of the "Focus".
Wednesday, November 08, 2006
Election Night '06
While there was a great deal at stake nationally, the state of Oklahoma had an excellent opportunity to continue to move Oklahoma forward by re-electing Governor Brad Henry. Governor Henry has been extremely supportive of education and understands its importance to our state.
My wife Katherine, and I attended the Governor's watch-party in OKC where we were able to congratulate the Governor and First Lady Kim on behalf of the OEA. Our members believe in Governor Henry and are excited he was re-elected.
Another important race was for Lt. Governor. Jari Askins, an OEA recommended candidate, defeated two opponents to win the election. As a member of the Oklahoma House, Representative Askins was committed to Oklahoma's public schools. She will continue to be a strong advocate for the state's kids and teachers in her new role as Lt. Governor.
Like the announcer on the commercials said, "Oklahoma is on the move."
While there was a great deal at stake nationally, the state of Oklahoma had an excellent opportunity to continue to move Oklahoma forward by re-electing Governor Brad Henry. Governor Henry has been extremely supportive of education and understands its importance to our state.
My wife Katherine, and I attended the Governor's watch-party in OKC where we were able to congratulate the Governor and First Lady Kim on behalf of the OEA. Our members believe in Governor Henry and are excited he was re-elected.
Another important race was for Lt. Governor. Jari Askins, an OEA recommended candidate, defeated two opponents to win the election. As a member of the Oklahoma House, Representative Askins was committed to Oklahoma's public schools. She will continue to be a strong advocate for the state's kids and teachers in her new role as Lt. Governor.
Like the announcer on the commercials said, "Oklahoma is on the move."
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