OKDEMS Team · [email protected]

January 16, 2026 at 2:56 PM

We Want to Know What Matters to YOU

John,We'll keep this short.We send a lot of emails, from advocacy alerts and mission updates to fundraising messages and event invites. As we enter this new year, we want to hear what matters to you.This helps us reduce spam, and make sure that the content you receive is the most curated to what you…

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  OKDEMS Team · [email protected]

January 15, 2026 at 4:39 PM

Stitt's latest failure & more corruption news

John,Did you see Governor Stitt's latest? Turns out, a judge dismissed his baseless lawsuit against ClassWallet, the company that Stitt spent the last two years blaming for his administration's brazen mismanagement of public education dollars during COVID.This is just one example of a larger problem…

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  Lauren Craig - OKDEMS Executive Director · [email protected]

January 14, 2026 at 3:54 PM

🚨FLIP OPPORTUNITY!! Our First Chance to Flip Seats in 2026!🌊

Don't Wait Until November - Help Elect Democrats Today!!Republicans Pick Their Extremist Candidate But Local Democrats Are Poised for An UPSET!! Friends,Last night, Republicans in HD-35 picked their extremist nominee who's pledged to stop woke ideology in Oklahoma's schools (we've heard that one bef…

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  Eric Croft - Alaska Dems Chair · [email protected]

January 13, 2026 at 4:46 PM

Did you hear? Mary Peltola's running for Senate!

This is big news for Alaska - and the country.John,Mary Peltola is officially running for Senate, and it’s incredible news for Alaska and for our country.Mary is the kind of leader Alaska needs: passionate, grounded, and deeply rooted in the Alaska community. She listens first. She puts people over …

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  OKDEMS New Chair - Erin Brewer · [email protected]

January 12, 2026 at 4:06 PM

Mission Monday: Try to Keep Up!

Hi, John! It's January 12, and more has happened in these twelve days than we thought possible. 🤯 Trump kidnapped a world leader, ICE murdered an American citizen, and healthcare subsidies may have a chance. No matter what’s happening in Washington, DC, Oklahoma Democrats remain focused on building …

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  Lauren Craig - OKDEMS Executive Director · [email protected]

January 11, 2026 at 6:51 PM

📢30 Days From Our First Chance to Flip Seats in 2026!🌊

Don't Wait Until November - Help Elect Democrats Today!!Don't Wait Until November! 30 Days Until the First OK Election of '26!!John, The 2026 Midterm Year if off to an insane start. Like many of you, I am so looking forward to electing new, fierce Democrats in November. But, we don't have to wait! W…

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  OKDEMS Team · [email protected]

January 8, 2026 at 5:40 PM

UPDATE: Drummond Uses AG's Office to Pander to Christian Nationalists

Drummond One-Ups McCall's Fear Tactics in MAGA Primary Folks, last week we sent out the below update on how the two leading Republican candidates for Governor spent their holiday break. Instead of reflecting on the professed values of their faith, their campaigns crafted conspiracy theories and hat…

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  OK Democrats · [email protected]

January 7, 2026 at 4:16 PM

The 2026 Dogs for Democracy Calendar is Here!

John,We are happy to announce our NEW 2026 OKDEMS Commemorative Calendar - Dogs for Democracy!Democrats from all across the state submitted images of their dogs (and cats!) to our State Party over the last two months, and we've put them all together in a calendar that shows our state's elected offic…

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  OKDEMS New Chair - Erin Brewer · [email protected]

January 5, 2026 at 5:21 PM

Mission Monday: Happy New Year!

Election Year is HERE! 💪Happy Election Year! Hi, John! It's January 5th, and the ✅2026 election year✅ has officially arrived. With more than 100 Democrats on the ballot, we are solely focused on winning races at all levels.🏆We have an impressive slate of candidates, but they can't succeed without ou…

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  OKDEMS Team · [email protected]

January 2, 2026 at 7:11 PM

McCall & Drummond Embrace the Holiday Spirit By Targeting American Muslims

The True Meaning of Rightwing ChristmasDreaming of a Rightwing Christmas? McCall & Drummond Spend Holidays Targeting American MuslimsIn a perpetual race to the bottom, unbecoming of the Oklahoma Standard, Charles McCall & Gentner Drummond spent their Christmas throwing coal at each other in …

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  OKDEMS Team · [email protected]

January 1, 2026 at 6:31 PM

New Year, New Me

We're hitting the ground running- here's how you can too.Happy New Year, John! We're hitting the ground running, and we're walking into the New Year more organized than ever. With over 100 candidates running for office, over 50 counties organized, and by building on 2025 election wins and successes,…

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  OKDEMS Team · [email protected]

December 22, 2025 at 9:24 PM

Mission Monday: Happy Holidays!

See You in 2026! 💪Happy Holidays! John, just checking in with you on the eve of our Holiday Break. The OKDEMS HQ will be closed from December 23rd through January 4th. Mission Monday will return to your inbox January 5th. Oklahoma's Democrats have big reasons to celebrate from our work in 2025 and e…

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  OKDEMS Gossip Girl · [email protected]

December 19, 2025 at 3:37 PM

Susie's Burn Book 📖🔥

+ Drummond Stuck in MAGA Measuring Contest‼️Susie's Burn Book  📖🔥+ Drummond Stuck in MAGA Measuring Contests‼️That certainly wasn't on my 2025 bingo card. White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles gave a series of exhaustive and candid interviews to Vanity Fair that released this week. Boy, did she hav…

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  Lauren Craig - OK DEMS · [email protected]

December 16, 2025 at 5:03 PM

100 Candidates!

-- and what this momentum means for Oklahoma!1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ Democratic Candidates! John, you've heard us talk about this before by now. In 2024 only 1/3 of state legislative seats were contested. This year we've already doubled that, with months to go until the filing deadline! This means that next Nove…

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  Erin Brewer - New OKDEMS Vice Chair · [email protected]

December 15, 2025 at 4:04 PM

Our Work This December

Your Mission Monday Hi, John! It's December 15, and we hope you’re finding 🌟joy🌟 in this holiday season.  Last week was busy: we officially added the 1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣th candidate to our Democratic slate for 2026, we set the date for a Special Election in February, we registered new Democrats to vote in swi…

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  Lauren Craig - OK DEMS · [email protected]

December 12, 2025 at 5:06 PM

Senators Lankford & Mullin Push Highest Premium Spike in Over a Decade

Republicans Choose Billionaires over Everyday Americans Push Highest Premium Spike Since ACA’s Passage Yesterday, Senators Lankford & Mullin voted to make health care even more expensive for Oklahoma's families.  They voted to let health care premiums skyrocket for 300,000 Oklahomans by refusing…

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  OKDEMS Team · [email protected]

December 11, 2025 at 3:14 PM

Democratic Primaries - What's Happening

Dear John,Our team wanted to reach out and let you know that we're fighting this.We were just surprised as you when we heard the news from the State Election Board. We stand by the vote by our delegates at State Convention - Independents have a place in our primaries, and we welcome them with open a…

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  Lauren Craig - OK DEMS · [email protected]

December 9, 2025 at 4:02 PM

Trump's trade disaster is costing taxpayers billions.

Did you see the news, John?The Trump Administration announced a $12 billion bailout for farmers yesterday, after months of making promises and dragging his feet. This comes after his administration faced relentless criticism, from both Democrats AND Republicans, for sending $40 BILLION to Argentina …

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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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