OK Rep. Jim Shaw discussed the “Save Oklahoma Plan,” emphasizing the importance of E-Verify to combat illegal employment practices in Oklahoma. The plan includes stopping the green energy agenda, biosludge dumping, foreign land ownership, toll roads, vaccine status discrimination and taxpayer-funded lobbying. Also mandatory E-Verify use for all employees.
Senators Kristin Thompson and Todd Gollihare announced a new Kratos Defense facility in Bristow, Oklahoma, expected to create high-quality jobs and enhance national security. However, concerns arise over previous tax incentives given to Kratos and the potential economic impact on local taxpayers, highlighting the real problems of government subsidies for private corporations.
Amy Cerato and Whitney Mullica from Pike Off OTA discussed new routes and legislative frustrations regarding the OTA’s operations. Cerato criticized OTA’s lack of transparency, highlighting their disregard for landowners and inadequate planning for infrastructure projects, suggesting that OTA prioritizes financial interests over public needs.
Governor Stitt’s “more of everything” energy policy, which includes controversial green energy projects in Oklahoma, faces backlash from residents. Many feel overwhelmed by wind turbines and fiscal support for companies that offer limited local benefits. A petition for a moratorium on these initiatives underscores widespread dissatisfaction with the state’s energy direction.
Senator James Lankford has faced criticism for his Congressional voting record, which reflects inconsistency on budget issues and ongoing government funding, despite solid anti-socialism and pro-military positions. Supporters praise his character, while critics highlight his complicity in national debt and perceived government overreach, urging a change in representation for Oklahomans.
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The Oklahoma state budget includes substantial taxpayer-funded subsidies to wealthy corporations like Paycom and Love’s, despite their billionaire status and lack of top employment rankings. Critics argue this redistribution of taxpayer dollars enriches private interests rather than reflecting a commitment to public service, questioning transparency in government grant processes and fiscal responsibility.
The podcast features three board members from Broken Trust discussing Oklahoma’s failing education system and its impact on children. They highlight the government’s misallocation of funds, with a shocking anecdote of a child’s forced mental health placement. Urging community involvement, they emphasize the need to protect children from being treated as commodities.
On December 6th, Edmond attorney Richard Lebarthe discussed his lawsuit against Edmond Public Schools concerning discriminatory COVID policies during a ROPE Report interview. He also addressed concerns about a $1.5 billion bond issue for the Oklahoma Transportation Authority, urging a delay for further review and accountability before approval.
Oklahoma families, especially foster and low-income groups, struggle to access healthcare due to the shift from SoonerCare to the managed care system, SoonerSelect, initiated in 2021. This change faced bipartisan opposition, lawsuits, and concerns over inadequate services. Advocates urge Oklahomans to demand a return to the previous system by 2025.