DEM NEWS
Oklahoma Democrats Blast Trump’s Calls for Economy to Crash
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, — JANUARY 9, 2023 -Last night, during an interview on Fox News, Donald Trump called for the economy to crash — which would devastate millions working in Oklahoma. In response, the Oklahoma Democratic Party Chair, Alicia Andrews, released the following statement: Read more...
Oklahoma Democratic Party Statement Ahead of January 6 Anniversary
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, — JANUARY 5, 2023 – Today, ahead of the three-year anniversary of Donald Trump inciting a violent insurrection on the United States Capitol, Oklahoma Democratic Party Chair Alicia Andrews released the following statement. Read more...
Statement on Gaza War
In times of global strife and conflict, particularly in the heart-wrenching situation unfolding in Gaza and Palestine, our principles as Democrats and humanitarians are tested. This letter is an earnest attempt to articulate my stance on this issue — a stance shaped by both empathy and a commitment to factual understanding.
First and foremost, it is crucial to acknowledge the suffering that pervades both sides of this conflict. The loss of innocent lives, including children, is a tragedy that deeply affects us all, irrespective of our backgrounds. While I may not have experienced such profound agony personally, I stand in solidarity with those who endure this pain and loss. This conflict is not black and white; it involves layers of historical, political, and socio-cultural complexities that defy simple solutions or narratives.
As members of the Oklahoma Democratic Party, and more broadly as citizens engaged in the democratic process, it is essential to approach such global issues with a balanced perspective. Our reactions should be rooted in a comprehensive understanding of the facts, avoiding the pitfalls of emotionally charged rhetoric that often oversimplifies and polarizes, thus my delayed response. Read more...
Governor Ignores Half a Million Oklahoma Children in Need
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, — JANUARY 4, 2023 – The Oklahoma Democratic Party is disappointed in the governor’s decision not to participate in the federally subsidized summer lunch program that feeds hungry children.
“Despite 20% of Oklahoma children living in food insecurity and Oklahoma continuously being in the bottom 10 in outcomes for children, the governor doesn’t believe that Oklahoma children deserve to eat,” stated Alicia Andrews, Chair of the Oklahoma Democratic Party.
“This governor brags about our state’s surplus but doesn’t want to allocate resources to assist our children unless there’s something in it for him. He loves to be in front of the camera, boasting about how he cares about Oklahomans. The Governor convened a press conference declaring November “Family Month”. If we were truly a family-first state, we would exhaust all available federal programs and resources to ensure that the over 400,000 children living with food insecurity were taken care of. That would contribute to happier, healthier families. Read more...
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