Articles
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Law & Principles
Should Oklahoma lawmakers ‘vote their district’?
It’s important for lawmakers to stay in touch with all their constituents, not just the tax-consuming ones. It’s just as important for them to do the real work of policymaking.Jonathan Small | January 4, 2023
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Law & Principles
Legislature selects leadership
Lawmakers in both chambers of the Oklahoma Legislature selected their leaders for the next two years during an organizational day on Monday. In subsequent comments, both men gave glancing views of potential legislative priorities for the 2023 legislative session, which begins in February.Ray Carter | January 3, 2023
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Education
‘Civics’ group says HB 1775 will ‘limit civic education’
OCPA has long recognized the importance of civics education in public schools.Brandon Dutcher | January 3, 2023
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Higher Education
Is OU neutral?
At a time when red-state policymakers in Florida and Texas are starting to get serious, it’s time for Oklahoma lawmakers to do likewise.Brandon Dutcher | December 28, 2022
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Education, Law & Principles
Adjunct-teacher-law critics are wrong
Adjunct teaching candidates are likely retirees who would not return to college for several years to get another degree in education, but who are willing to work today. Why not make it easier for schools to hire them?Jonathan Small | December 27, 2022
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Education
Reading instruction is top priority
Emphasizing scientifically valid phonics instruction is a key to place Oklahoma students on a trajectory for long-term success.Jonathan Small | December 23, 2022
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Law & Principles
Agencies, schools, responding to Stitt’s TikTok ban
Gov. Kevin Stitt’s executive order banning the use of the TikTok social-media app by state entities is being implemented, although many state entities are tight-lipped about whether they previously used TikTok, which has drawn scrutiny for its potential exploitation by the Chinese Communist Party.Ray Carter | December 22, 2022
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Education
Nearly 19 of 20 Oklahoma high-school graduates unprepared in STEM
The head of the state’s college system said the share of Oklahoma high-school graduates prepared to study in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields plunged this year and nearly 19 out of 20 graduates are now entering college unprepared to seek those degrees.Ray Carter | December 21, 2022
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Education
Records undercut Edmond claims on bathroom assault
Several statements made by Grunewald in a recent video appear to contradict information in the associated police report.Ray Carter | December 20, 2022
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Budget & Tax
As other states cut taxes, it’s time for Oklahoma to act
While fears of a recession may make some lawmakers hesitant to cut taxes, the people of Oklahoma can’t take a back seat to the government they support.Curtis Shelton | December 20, 2022