A Busy Year in Child Advocacy Draws to a Close OKLAHOMA CITY -1 hope you have a wonderful holiday season, whichever of the joyous events you chose to celebrate in your life. I have been laid up the pa...

“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably...

As I approach the end of my first year in office, it seems appropriate to reflect on what has been a very active time for me. It is a privilege to serve as Attorney General of this great state, and I ...

On Dec. 30, your local “Paper Lady” will celebrate another year around the sun - 55 years to be exact. As I was going through literally hundreds of pictures on my camera and phone I realized just how ...

HISTORICALLY --------------- current events through a historical lens------------------------ Palestinian Leadership In grad school one of the hardest parts in studying the Israel/Palestine issue was ...

Third in a Series of Three OKLAHOMA CITY - Over the past two weeks, I have written about how some states are easing child labor laws, leading to young people working too long and too many hours during...

What I miss the most JLCbUOrinCb& As the hustle and bustle of the holidays gets into full swing I often feel overwhelmed by all the busyness, and long for a simpler time like an old country Christmas ...

By the 1850s America was in the middle of the Second American Party System of Democrats and Whigs. The two equally strong parties had members in every corner of the country. While there was plenty to ...

Second in a Series of Three OKLAHOMA CITY - In last week’s column, I wrote about a recent study commissioned by state Rep. Judd Strom and Labor Commissioner Leslie Osborn. They examined what other sta...

As we all start to roll into the holiday season truly believe it’s up to you to decide if you want to experience a chaotic or calm Christmas. Every year seems to get busier than the former and I find ...

First in a Series of Three OKLAHOMA CITY - Recently, I was invited by state Rep. Judd Strom and Labor Commissioner Leslie Osborn to testify at an Oklahoma House of Representatives interim study examin...

Memories of holidays past JLCbUonn(l& last wow There is no escaping what is to come or the memories of holidays past. As I climbed in bed late Thanksgiving Eve after cooking pumpkin pies, cookies and ...

HISTORICALLY --------------- current events through a historical lens------------------------ History of American Political Parties, Part VII: Birth of the Second American Party System Love him or hat...

During this most difficult time, the family of ‘Mama Jean Davis wishes to convey their deepest, heartfelt appreciation for the love, generosity and support of the entire McIntosh County community and ...

What I am most thankful for Fall is definitely my favorite season and I am always blown away by Gods design as He colors the fields and all the landscape in an array of complimenting colors. Whether I...

Advocates examine Child Welfare Task Force Report, set children’s agenda for 2024 OKLAHOMA CITY - The 2023 OICA Fall Forum concluded last week, and it was an intense four days of learning and snaring ...

Mostly Educational One day we will put on our virtual reality goggles to tell our grandchildren about the once-upon-a-time when we sat around a table, fought with relatives, and ate strange foods to c...

The election of 1824 brought a massive change to how parties functioned in the U.S. The Jacksonian Age is highlighted by the growth of democracy. Whereas before, only property-owning men could vote. B...

As we observed Veterans Day on Nov. 11 and remembered the many heroes who have bravely defended the United States of America, I was filled with deep gratitude. Like all Americans, I am thankful to all...

Our world has been on a downward spiral and it seems like so many people stay in the mind concept of constant offense. Everywhere you turn there is so much negativity and everyone seems to be offended...