Articles
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Economy
Oklahoma’s economic outlook ranked among nation’s best
A new report ranks Oklahoma’s economic outlook among the best in the nation and finds Oklahoma has benefited from its largest level of positive domestic migration in a quarter-century.Ray Carter | April 24, 2023
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Culture & the Family
OCPA receives Innovation Prize from Heritage Foundation
The Heritage Foundation announced that it has selected the Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs as a recipient of the Heritage Innovation Prize.Staff | April 19, 2023
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Budget & Tax, Education
Texas lawmaker undermines narrative on Oklahoma school spending
Texas teacher-pay levels and per-pupil funding are portrayed as far greater than in Oklahoma, freeing Texas school officials from the challenges facing their Oklahoma counterparts.Ray Carter | April 19, 2023
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Higher Education
OU says DEI to ‘permeate’ business school
Via the school’s website, officials at the University of Oklahoma vow that “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” (DEI) programming will now “permeate” business-school programs.Ray Carter | April 18, 2023
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Budget & Tax, Education
Parental rights include ‘the right to genuine school choice’
Parents have the fundamental right to direct their children's education and upbringing — a responsibility that must be respected by policymakers.Brandon Dutcher | April 17, 2023
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Criminal Justice
Oklahoma judges have limited role in sentencing
There are pros and cons to federal and state systems. Policymakers should understand the back seat Oklahoma judges play in sentencing when they are considering changes to the criminal code. But current legislation may make it possible to add more judicial discretion and shift power from prosecutors to judges.Ryan Haynie | April 17, 2023
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Good Government
OCPA’s Fears Fellows are making an impact
The primary purpose of the fellowship is to identify and train the next generation of conservative leaders for Oklahoma. Over the past couple of years, the Fears Fellowship has become much more than training.Rick Farmer, Ph.D. | April 17, 2023
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Budget & Tax
Stitt renews call for tax cuts
Noting state government has both record savings and revenue far exceeding what is required to maintain existing government services, Gov. Kevin Stitt has renewed his call for passage of major tax cuts this year.Ray Carter | April 14, 2023
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Economy
Oklahoma economy booming thanks to existing state companies
Although efforts to lure massive new businesses to Oklahoma have dominated headlines, Oklahoma is doing better than most states thanks largely to the growth of existing businesses or creation of new in-state businesses, a commerce official told state senators.Ray Carter | April 14, 2023
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Education
Tulsa school is rescuing kids
Most parents want their children to not only survive but thrive. Sadly, among some school-choice opponents, that is apparently viewed as a controversial statement.Jonathan Small | April 14, 2023