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  Erin Brewer - New OKDEMS Vice Chair · [email protected]
December 8, 2025 at 3:50 PM

Bringing it Home for the Holidays --

Mission Monday and how we're building a better OklahomaHi, John! It's December 8th, and the hustle of the holidays has officially arrived.🏃‍♀️ No one is busier than our courageous slate of candidates for 2026. We have an impressive group of Democrats running across the state and you can meet them he…
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  John Waldron - OKDEMS Chair · [email protected]
December 5, 2025 at 4:39 PM

Only Yesterday -

My thoughts on Oklahoma's recent political history...Only Yesterday There's a framed photo on the walls at the new OKDEMS HQ adorned with Democratic leaders from 2007: Governor Brad Henry, Lieutenant Governor Jari Askins, Attorney General Drew Edmondson, State Superintendent Sandy Garrett, Insuranc…
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  Lauren Craig - OKDEMS · [email protected]
December 3, 2025 at 3:44 PM

All Gas No Brakes -

If a 13 point swing comes to Oklahoma...Folks, It's time to get energized.  Last night in Tennessee's 7th Congressional District, State Representative Aftyn Behn won 45% of the vote.Donald Trump won that same District by 22 points just last year. That is a 13-point swing to Democrats!!If deep red Te…
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  OKDEMS Team · [email protected]
December 2, 2025 at 3:08 PM

Make your mark this Giving Tuesday!

Happy Giving Tuesday, John -   We couldn’t be more proud of the work we’ve done together, and what you’ve helped us accomplish as we get closer and closer to 2026. Because of your support, people across the country are talking about Oklahoma Democrats 👇 Did you read the article, John? Our gubernator…
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  Erin Brewer - New OKDEMS Vice Chair · [email protected]
December 1, 2025 at 5:05 PM

Deadlines & Headlines & Dogs, Oh My! Mission Monday

Your Mission MondayHi, John! It’s officially December – 13 days til Hanukkah🕎, 24 days til Christmas🎄, one month til the New Year🪩, and 11 months til Election Day 🗳️! On the subject of holidays, we hope you ate plenty of turkey over Thanksgiving. Did you notice any differences in the political conve…
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  Lauren Craig - OKDEMS Executive Director · [email protected]
November 26, 2025 at 4:28 PM

Bark Your Calendar!

Bark Your Calendar!Happy Thanksgiving Eve, John!Back in 2021, OKDEMS released a commemorative calendar featuring dozens of our favorite Democrats - your dogs! This year, we're bringing it back, and we're giving you an opportunity to sponsor our calendar fundraiser, and reserve your best friend's spo…
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  Alberto Alonso-Sandoval - OKDEMS Treasurer · [email protected]
November 25, 2025 at 3:32 PM

We just announced our new mission.

Hi John, As we wrap up November and go into the Thanksgiving holiday, I’ve been reflecting on how grateful I am for everyone who keeps this movement going. And I wanted to share something important we’ve been working on. Over the past few months, our executive team with support from elected official…
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  Erin Brewer - New OKDEMS Vice Chair · [email protected]
November 24, 2025 at 3:40 PM

Mission Monday Giving Thanks

Hi, John! It’s the week of Thanksgiving and we’re rounding up the things we’re thankful for. 🦃As you make plans to gather with friends and family, we hope your travels are safe, the food is delicious, and political conversations are … better than usual. 🤷In fact, we have some tips on that right her…
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  Rep. John Waldron - OKDEMS Chair · [email protected]
November 21, 2025 at 3:21 PM

We're giving Oklahomans a choice next year.

We're Giving Oklahomans a Choice Did you know that only about 1 in 4 Oklahomans voted last year? We're bottom five in voter participation, in part because so many of our races are uncontested. Last year,  only about 1 in 3 seats in the Oklahoma State Legislature actually had an election in November…
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  Lauren Craig - OKDEMS · [email protected]
November 20, 2025 at 4:50 PM

🚨Democrats FLIP Red Seat in Lawton 🌊

With more Special Elections happening NOWDEMOCRATS FLIP RED CITY COUNCIL SEAT IN LAWTON John, While many are still talking about stunning Democratic victories from earlier in the month, I'm here to tell you about an UPSET right here in Oklahoma!This Tuesday, Tiffiney Dimery  a retired Army major and…
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  OKDEMS Team · [email protected]
November 19, 2025 at 6:12 PM

Democrats Force Vote to Release Epstein Files

John,  Donald Trump stalled and dragged out the release of the Epstein files for months in a failed attempt to bury his relationship with sexual predator Jeffrey Epstein and to cover up Epstein’s heinous crimes.Trump is attempting to pull the wool over voters’ eyes, but it's too little too late:  Be…
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  Erin Brewer - New OKDEMS Vice Chair · [email protected]
November 17, 2025 at 4:21 PM

Welcome to the Monday Mission Newsletter!

Hi, John! 👋 I’m Erin Brewer, your OKDEMS Vice Chair, proudly writing this first edition of the Monday Mission, our ✨new✨ weekly roundup for Oklahoma Democrats.We’re several hundred thousand strong and there’s LOTS going on across the state. We hope that keeping us all connected will inspire and mot…
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  OKDEMS Organizing HQ · [email protected]
November 14, 2025 at 3:26 PM

We're Organizing EVERYWHERE to Win ANYWHERE

John, We’ll be blunt with you- Republicans are setting Rural America on a path to fail. Trump’s Big Bad Bill cuts the Medicaid funding that keeps our rural hospitals open, Trump’s DOGE cuts target federal funding for the national weather service and emergency response that keep our communities safe,…
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  John Waldron - New OKDEMS Chair · [email protected]
November 13, 2025 at 3:18 PM

It's time to come home.

It's time to fight for Oklahoma.It's time to come home. It's time to fight for Oklahoma.Have you supported one of the many inspiring Presidential campaigns Democrats have run? Are you the savvy reader who's strategically contributed to the critical races that have determined control of Congress? Hav…
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  Krislyn Sherer - OKDEMS Field Director · [email protected]
November 12, 2025 at 2:53 PM

Democrats Are Over Performing in Oklahoma and Around the Country!

We're building for the next upset Democratic victory TODAYWe're still riding high on the historic wins for Democrats in this year’s elections. The massive rise in energy around Democratic candidates across the country is because of the people-powered campaigns focused on listening to voters. But do…
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  OKDEMS Team · [email protected]
November 5, 2025 at 3:45 PM

Let's build on our momentum

Oklahoma Democrats are putting in the work, John.With the results last night across the country, we saw proof that the campaigns we're running are the right ones. Here in Oklahoma, we're recruiting winning candidates, and registering voters across the state. The work we're doing together is creatin…
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  OKDEMS Team · [email protected]
November 3, 2025 at 2:46 PM

365 Days

We have 365 days to take back Oklahoma, and we need your help... We both know how much is at stake, John,MAGA is doing everything they can to turn back time. From passing some of the largest tax cuts for the rich to defunding Soonercare by nearly a trillion dollars. We're fighting back, but we need …
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  OKDEMS - Alberto Alonso-Sandoval · [email protected]
October 31, 2025 at 7:31 PM

It isn't just Halloween...

It's also our fundraising deadline. Help us overcome fear and Republican tricks.John, As October comes to a close and we finally hit our monthly fundraising deadline, we’re reminded that spooky season isn’t just about ghosts and goblins it’s about facing the real challenges here in the great state o…
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  Lauren Craig - OKDEMS Executive Director · [email protected]
October 23, 2025 at 3:13 PM

MAGA's Plunder 🏴‍☠️

Thicker than thieves...MAGA's Plunder 🏴‍☠️ I think they're getting more brazen.  In case cozy Republicans and their donors have forgotten, we're in the third week of a government shutdown. Federal workers like air traffic controllers, continue to show up to work without pay. And many more federal wo…
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  OKDEMS Chair John Waldron · [email protected]
October 21, 2025 at 3:29 PM

Our Rising Tide 🌊 --

John, I wanted to take a moment today to talk about the critical and unique role the State Party has to play in winning elections not just in 2026, but right now.  Those of you who have worked campaigns with us or volunteered in the office with us know the critical voter file and data infrastructure…
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  Lauren Craig - OKDEMS · [email protected]
October 16, 2025 at 3:50 PM

Trump Puts Argentina 🇦🇷 First

And American farmers last...Trump Puts Argentina 🇦🇷 First  And American Farmers Last...So much for America First. It turns out more than wanting to fight for the "forgotten man" Trump campaigned for, he actually wants to send billions of our tax dollars to Argentina's rightwing President Javier Mile…
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  Matt Hecox - OKDEMS Native American Federation Chair · [email protected]
October 13, 2025 at 1:43 PM

Happy Indigenous People's Day!

Dear John,  On Indigenous People’s Day, we honor the 39 sovereign Tribal Nations whose history, culture, and leadership are central to Oklahoma’s past, present, and future. Their contributions strengthen our communities and enrich every part of our state. Honoring our Tribal Nations means more than …
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  OKDEMS - Chaunté Gilmore · [email protected]
October 11, 2025 at 3:20 PM

You can make birthday wishes come true!

You Can Make Birthday Wishes Come True! John, Happy birthday to me! Despite MAGA Republicans having a tight hold on Oklahoma, I have hope. I know Oklahoma Democrats will flip seats in 2026. I’m convinced we can do it because I gave them a run for their money in 2024. In 2024, I ran for House Distric…
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  Lauren Craig - OKDEMS · [email protected]
October 9, 2025 at 4:18 PM

💡 Lights Out at OKDEMS HQ ‼️

But we keep fighting for Oklahoma!💡 Lights Out at OKDEMS HQ ‼️ But we keep fighting for Oklahoma!Maybe it's a little too on the nose. But I think the bad national vibes are manifesting right here at OKDEMS HQ. On Monday morning we lost power to about half of the office. If you hadn't heard, we're cu…
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  Lauren Craig - OKDEMS Executive Director · [email protected]
October 7, 2025 at 2:47 PM

House Republicans Vacation During the Shutdown‼️

And how their vacation continues the Epstein cover-up...House Republicans Vacation During Shutdown‼️ And how it helps the Epstein cover-up...As the shutdown continues I expected to hear about late night meetings in Washington and votes throughout the night as Democrats fight to drag Republicans to k…
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  Erin Brewer - New OKDEMS Vice Chair · [email protected]
October 6, 2025 at 3:48 PM

We're looking 👀 for 1,000 Fierce Democrats in Oklahoma...

Join our team of 1,000 fierce Dems giving $26 through '26 for victory!John, 2026 is a pivotal year in Oklahoma elections. With brand new Party leadership and more candidates on the ballot than we've seen in years, Oklahoma Democrats are poised to flip seats.(We're going to ask for your help, but fir…
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  Kati Cain - New OKDEMS Secretary · [email protected]
September 30, 2025 at 2:15 PM

New OKDEMS Leadership is Fighting for Free & Fair Elections!

Making sure your vote counts is our first jobJohn, I wanted to update you on some of the important work we're doing for voters across the State.Yes we're supporting candidates and building the programs and communities that will fuel winning campaigns - but we're also fighting for every voter who wan…
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  Alberto Alonso-Sandoval New OKDEMS Treasurer · [email protected]
September 29, 2025 at 2:32 PM

Our Quarterly Report is Due Tomorrow...

Can you help us beat expectations?John, Tomorrow is our next big reporting deadline and this isn’t just about hitting a number.While “bought and paid for” Republicans plan their next big career moves (peace out Ryan!), we're still here fighting for a more democratic Oklahoma.  Over 80% of our Party’…
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  Erin Brewer - New OKDEMS Vice Chair · [email protected]
September 26, 2025 at 4:12 PM

Say Bye Bye Bye to Ryan Walters with OKDEMS!

Join our Farewell Party celebrating Ryan's resignation!John,  You've seen the news- Ryan Walters is resigning, and Oklahomans across the state are celebrating! If we remember all the way back to 2022 when this mess started, Ryan had the lowest number of votes cast for him off all the officeholders e…
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  Lauren Craig - OKDEMS Executive Director · [email protected]
September 16, 2025 at 2:40 PM

📋Happy National Voter Registration Day🗳️

Your chance to turn the tide in Oklahoma, TODAY! 📋National Voter Registration Day🗳️John, If you're as sick as I am of being a Bottom 10 State and getting Ryan Walters' crazy emails -- well we have the solution for you!It's National Voter Registration Day! We're gearing up for big changes in Oklahom…
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  Leader-Elect Melissa Provenzano · [email protected]
September 15, 2025 at 2:27 PM

What happens during the interim?

Here’s what happens when the House and Senate are out of session.John, It’s Leader-Elect Melissa Provenzano from Tulsa – did you know the State Legislature is only in session from February to May? During the rest of the year, or interim, we’re in our districts, leading interim studies at the State C…
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  Mobilize Molly · [email protected]
September 12, 2025 at 3:53 PM

Please Help with Sunlight ☀️

Mobilize for Molly! Dear John, I’m excited to share some encouraging updates about my journey with the Oklahoma Democratic Party!Nearly a year into my role as Operations Director, I am passionately dedicated to driving meaningful change for our beloved state. It's disheartening that Oklahoma ranks 5…
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  Erin Brewer - New OKDEMS Vice Chair · [email protected]
September 10, 2025 at 2:52 PM

Our Progress So Far -

Here's your sneak peak at our plan to flip red seats in 2026!Dear John,Oklahoma Democrats are on the move.The 2026 elections are 16 months away, but we are seeing more energy and mobilization than we've witnessed in years. Across our state, local Democrats are putting their frustration into action. …
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  Lauren Craig - OK DEMS · [email protected]
September 3, 2025 at 3:18 PM

How OKDEMS is Building to WIN in 2026 🌊

And how you can help…How OKDEMS is Building to WIN in 2026 Republicans have gotten comfortable in Oklahoma, John.That's why we're bringing the fight harder than ever before. Right now, we've recruited more candidates at this point in the election cycle since 2016, we have more organized county-level…
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  OKDEMS Chair John Waldron · [email protected]
September 1, 2025 at 2:31 PM

Labor Conquers All - Happy Labor Day from OKDEMS

Labor Conquers All John, The state of Oklahoma was founded on the backs of laborers and farmers. We made our state motto 'Labor Omnia Vincit' because we wanted to uphold the status of plain ordinary working men and women, whether in the coal mines around McAlester, the oil fields of the Glenn Pool o…
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  OKDEMS Team · [email protected]
August 27, 2025 at 2:09 PM

Leader Julia Kirt Wants YOU 🫵🏼to be Heard this Interim!

Your Invite to Get Ahead of MAGA at the State CapitolJohn, Oklahoma Senate Democratic Leader Julia Kirt sent you this invitation to get involved at the State Capitol for Interim Studies!  On the schedule for the rest of this week:Senate Studies On:Wind & Solar Setbacks The OK Energy Resources Bo…
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  OKDEMS · [email protected]
August 25, 2025 at 10:17 PM

Candidate Announcement: Dr. Kelly Forbes Announces his Run for Lieutenant Governor!

Candidate Announcement: Dr. Kelly Forbes Announces his Run for Lieutenant Governor! Today, Dr. Kelly Forbes officially announced his campaign for Lieutenant Governor of Oklahoma. 🎥Watch Dr. Kelly Forbes Announcement for Lt. Governor! 🎥¡Mire el anuncio del Dr. Kelly Forbes para Vicegobernador! Born i…
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  OKDEMS Team · [email protected]
July 30, 2025 at 10:33 PM

OKDEMS Mourn the Loss of Governor George Nigh and Celebrate His Lifetime of Service

OKDEMS Mourn the Loss of Governor Nigh The Oklahoma Democratic Party is saddened by the passing of Governor George Nigh. A giant in Oklahoma politics, Governor Nigh was our longest living governor. We are honored to have known him, worked with him, and to continue his legacy. “Governor George Nigh …
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  OKDEMS Executive Director - Lauren Craig · [email protected]
July 28, 2025 at 2:58 PM

ICYMI: Senator Mullin Said the Quiet Part Out Loud.

Can you believe the lengths they're going to for the billionaires?ICYMI: Oklahoma Sen. Mullin said the quiet part out loud. The GOP's explanation of why they voted to block the Epstein files...  That's right, here you can see Oklahoma's own Senator Markwayne Mullin objecting to the release of the Ep…
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  OKDEMS HQ · [email protected]
July 24, 2025 at 3:46 PM

THE FACTS: Oklahoma hit hard by Trump Tax Scam

Oklahomans are Being Hit Hard by Donald Trump's Tax Scam Donald Trump promised lower prices, cheaper bills, and real change for Oklahomans. Turns out, the only promises he’s kept have been to his billionaire backers. In the last six months, Trump’s billionaire-first agenda has cost Oklahoma million…
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  OKDEMS HQ · [email protected]
July 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM

BREAKING: House Republicans CLOSE Congress to Hide From Epstein Files Vote

What are they hiding? Who are they protecting?BREAKING: House Republicans CLOSE Congress to Hide From Epstein Files Vote Did you see the news? Speaker Mike Johnson is CLOSING Congress until September, all to avoid a vote on releasing the Epstein list. If you didn’t know, Republicans have been talki…
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  John Waldron - OKDEMS Chair · [email protected]
July 21, 2025 at 4:07 PM

Our Long Twilight Struggle

Lessons from Labor, there's nothing like watching a little democracy in action...Our Long Twilight Struggle  Over 6,000 Oklahomans Gathered to Hear from Senator Sanders at his Fight Oligarchy Tour in Tulsa The other week I attended a meeting of the Northeast Labor Council, an organization representi…
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  Lauren Craig - OK DEMS · [email protected]
July 18, 2025 at 4:09 PM

WATCH 🎥 OKDEMS Chair John Waldron's Powerful Speech at Drag Show in Bartlesville

OKDEMS are fighting for LGBTQ+ rights across OklahomaOKDEMS Chair Waldron:  Democrats Need to Reclaim the Word FreedomFriends,There's been a LOT of news this week. Some of it bad, the rescissions bill to claw back funding from PBS, NPR, and our local news stations is heading to Trump's desk.The brea…
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  Lauren Craig - OK DEMS · [email protected]
June 22, 2025 at 2:22 PM

Senator Sanders Learned from the Tulsa Crowd: Trump Bombed Iran

This is not how a democracy works. This is how an oligarchy behaves: unaccountable, reckless, and utterly disconnected from the will of the people. Senator Sanders Learned from the Tulsa Crowd:  Trump Bombed IranJohn, Last night in Tulsa, 6,000 people gathered to rally for working people, not war.Se…
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  OK DEMS · [email protected]
June 21, 2025 at 2:08 PM

POLL RESULTS: The Big Beautiful Bill 📉📉

FOR YOUR EYES ONLY. A look into the National polling on the Big Beautiful Bull National Poll Results: "The Big Beautiful Bill" Hey John, We’re giving you a rare behind-the-scenes look at what voters are really thinking. It’s clear the public isn’t buying what Republicans are selling. New Change Res…
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  OKDEMS Staff · [email protected]
June 13, 2025 at 3:02 PM

Bernie's Fighting Oligarchy Tour is Coming to Tulsa‼️

Bernie Sanders’ 2016 campaign was my call to action to get involved in organizing in the first place.Bernie's Fighting  Oligarchy Tour is Coming to Tulsa‼️ Friends,I cannot tell you how excited I am. Bernie Sanders’ 2016 campaign was my call to action to get involved in organizing in the first place…
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  Lauren Craig - OK DEMS · [email protected]
June 10, 2025 at 3:23 PM

📢 Election Day! 📢 And How You're Winning Against Trumpism‼️

You may be able to vote for local Democrats today!📢 Election Day! 📢  And How You're Winning the Fight Against TrumpismJohn,Today is Election Day. There are three different Special Elections for the Oklahoma House of Representatives today. Voters in HD 71 in Tulsa, HD 74 in Owasso, and HD 97 in OKC a…
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  Lauren Craig - OK DEMS · [email protected]
June 9, 2025 at 4:39 PM

Gentner Drummond Chases Rotten Red Meat in His Run for Governor 🥩

We're celebrating Democratic Governors who put people over politics this month. Drummond is proving he doesn't deserve to stand with them. Drummond Chases Rotten Red Meat in His Run for Governor 🥩John, Attorney General Gentner Drummond continues to say anything to try and win a primary race full of …
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  Lauren Craig - OK DEMS · [email protected]
May 30, 2025 at 2:01 PM

🐘Is Your State Suffering from Republican Dysfunction? 🐘 🔵Doctors Recommend: the Blue Pill! 🔵

Kevin Stitt and the Republican Supermajority Crash at the Finish Line 🐘Is Your State Suffering from Republican Dysfunction? 🐘  🔵Doctors Recommend: the Blue Pill! 🔵Friends,I have to be honest. Yesterday afternoon I was polishing off a few highlights to share with you about this year's Legislative ses…
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  Lauren Craig - OK DEMS · [email protected]
May 14, 2025 at 1:22 PM

🖋️🖋️Sign Petition to Beat SB 1027 and SHARE!!📢📢

Sign & Share! Help us Beat SB 1027 and Save Initiative Petitions!🖋️🖋️Sign Petition to Beat SB 1027 and SHARE!!📢📢 John, I'm asking for an important favor from you today. We need your help spreading this petition around the state.So many of you have already signed and helped us build momentum to d…
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