I attended the demo yesterday, which was sparse, but got great response from passers-by to the "Honk - No Afghan Surge" signs and was well covered by local media. Fox and NBC affiliates, Gazette and another reporter who contracts with local radio stations. The Oklahoman even deigned [...]
So... a few weeks ago Air America started this contest thing where you nominate a progressive blogger to go on this cruise with all these progressive reporters like Rachel Maddow and Bobby Kennedy Jr. etc...
Bloggers from around the country started entering this, people who have lists that are far [...]
The Oklahoma City Peace House is organizing a demonstration Tuesday against escalating the military occupation in Afghanistan.
The demonstration will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Dec. 1 at NW 23rd Street and Classen Boulevard. The Peace House is encouraging people against [...]
OKWatchdog will be there to talk about health insurance reform. Insurance Commissioner Kim Holland, Wayne' [...]
U.S. Sen. Jim Inhofe is drawing criticism from a Washington, D.C. civil rights organization for threatening to filibuster a judge nominated to the U.S. Court of Appeals.
Inhofe's action contradicts his earlier stance against judicial filibusters, according to a statement released by the Leadership [...]
"Coburn has been identified by Senate aides as the lawmaker preventing consideration of S 1963, the Veterans' Caregiver and Omnibus Health Benefits Act of 2009, by using an'" [...]
So, shameless plug alert: You can help influence what we do [...]
There has been a lot [...]
The McCarville Report says this morning
"Congresswoman Mary Fallin today said Democrats are targeting small businesses during the worst economic recession in a generation to" [...]
According to their email
"Senator Kerry will engage young people across the country to talk about this historic moment in the" [...]
Oklahomans for Health Care Reform kicked off the series in Noble in July.
The format in Broken [...]
Speaker Nancy Pelosi along with Reps. Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) and Kathy Dahlkemper (D-PA) held a press conference with representatives from several youth organizations in support of the Young Adult Health Coverage Act which allows young Americans remain on their health insurance plan until they turn 26.
Frank will sign books at Full Circle Bookstore, 1900 Northwest Expressway, at 3 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 10 and then will conduct a question and answer session after showings of the movie' [...]
As part of the continued outreach from the 80 Million Strong program national co-chair Matthew Segal from the Student Association for Voter Empowerment testified before the Education and Labor Committee this morning.
[...]
Contact: Matthew Segal, SAVE executive director, 847-502-5012, matthew.segal(at)savevoting.org;
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 30, 2009
WASHINGTON, DC- The Committee on Education and Labor in the U.S. House of Representatives has announced it will hold a hearing this Thursday, October 1st at 10am' [...]
Oklahomans for Health Care Reform was formed to provide [...]
While [...]
On the PBC site is a substantial [...]
Wingnut Tom Coburn has publicly admitted that private insurers in the U.S. do ration health care. However, he's A-OK with that. Why? (emphasis added by me)
"There is no compassion in any government program...Jesus said love your brother as yourself. We" [...]
http://bushlibrary.tamu.edu/re...
And yes, there were complaints such as; Patricia Schroeder, then a Democratic member of Congress from Colorado, said the speech showed "the arrogance of power," and that the White House should not be "using precious dollars for" [...]
"I can help you, but'" [...]
"For all those whose cares have been our concern, the work goes on, the cause endures, the hope still lives, & the dream shall never die." Sen Ted Kennedy
Sen Ted Kennedy advocated tirelessly for health care reform and as his death rings through the halls of Congress surely [...]
This morning at the Oklahoma State Capitol right wing Sooner Tea Party along with the Pro-Tobacco and Dirty Energy Group Americans for Prosperity sponsored the "No to Socialized Healthcare and yes to Healthcare Freedom" rally on the Capitol's steps. Birthers and "death panel" fanatics were there with bells' [...] Oklahomans for Health Care Reform kicked off the successful series last month in Noble.
The format in Lawton [...]
3 August, 2009
By James Nimmo
Conservative Christians rally to fight diversity in Oklahoma
Photo by Bryan Lower(OKLAHOMA CITY) Did you feel the earth move? The fourth annual Reclaiming Oklahoma for Christ conference was held Friday, July 24 and Saturday, July 25 on [...]
27 July, 2009
By Lou
Racial profiling and the arrest of Henry Gates, Jr
Back in the day when I was a Public Defender, I found myself witnessing a traffic stop outside the grocery store I was about to enter. The driver of the car was pulled over, and after he [...]
GJTV: Sally Kern's prosperity theology
22 July, 2009
By Bryan Lower
A storm brews around Oklahoma rep's "morality proclamation"
Watch the video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v...
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3 February, 2009
By Bryan Lower
2008, Bantam Books
Aaron David Miller's experience in the State Department gave him an inside perspective on American foreign policy in the Middle East. In his book, The Much Too Promised Land, he imparts his insight on [...]
U.S. Sen. Tom Coburn strikes again, embarrassing himself and the state of Oklahoma.
At today's confirmation hearing for Sonia Sotomayor, the first Hispanic person ever nominated for the U.S. Supreme Court, Coburn used a slight variation of a well-known phrase used by the character' [...]
So far no one has accused Coburn of doing anything legally inappropriate, but his refusal to clearly delineate his [...]
13 July, 2009
By James Nimmo
Senator Inhofe's office turns away peaceful protestors
(OKLAHOMA CITY) Senator James Inhofe's OKC staff is AFRAID of opposite-party constituent crowds and allergic to grass-- grassroot ideas, that is. So it would seem judging by the rejection (I [...]
13 March, 2008
By Bryan Lower
Oklahoma has always had an inferiority complex. Texas is bigger and richer. Arkansas has produced a president (and perhaps another, if Hillary Clinton gets to the White House, and if you consider her to be "from" Arkansas). [...]
Oklahomans for Health Care Reform was formed to provide our citizens a [...]
Sara Plummer published an insightful article in The Tulsa World on July 4 about two fathers whose sons were killed while serving in Iraq.
The fathers, Warren Henthorn and John Scripsick, pictured right, were upset about former President George Bush's recent appearance [...]
Bush invite to event upsets dads
The fathers of two servicemen killed in Iraq say he shouldn't be Woodward's guest.
By SARA PLUMMER World Staff Writer
Published: 7/4/2009
http://www.tulsaworld.com/news...
CHOCTAW [...]
The American Civil Liberties Union of Oklahoma is urging people to protest state Rep. Sally Kern's "Oklahoma Citizen's Proclamation of Morality" when she and others sign the document at the State Capitol at noon Thursday, July 2.
"We are asking all civic-minded Oklahomans who" [...]
Last year, my family spent a lot of time talking about gas prices. Over the winter, we watched others struggle to keep their houses warm. And as the new year began, we saw debates about energy continue in Washington. It's not just gas prices [...]
U.S. Sen. Tom Coburn vehemently opposed a bill last year that funded improvements to Washington D.C.'s Metro system, a fact that has drawn Internet discussion since Monday's tragic crash.
Nine people were killed and 70 others were injured when two trains on [...]
23 June, 2009
By David Blatt
POINT OF VIEW: Gradual expansion of Insure Oklahoma
This article was originally posted on the Oklahoma Policy Institute website, okpolicy.org.
Who pays to provide health care to people without insurance? We all do. A recent study by [...]
22 June, 2009
By Bryan Lower
Classical economics assumes human beings are rational actors trying to satisfy their own self-interests. That assumption is wrong.
Predictably Irrational: The Hidden Forces That Shape our Decisions, Dan Ariely, 2008, Harper Collins, $25.95
Dan Ariely?s research into human [...]
15 June, 2009
By James Nimmo
The commitment of marriage goes beyond religion, politics and gender
(OKLAHOMA CITY) As a semi-professional musician I provided music at the same-gender marriage recently of two friends of mine, the latest ceremony of uncountable services I've' [...]
I was right earlier today (in my election roundup) when I guessed Drew Edmondson would officially announce his candidacy today. His Twitter page announced his candidacy at noon EST today, saying "It's official! I'm running for Governor. Go to www.edmondson2010.com to'" [...]
By Grant Schott
Although he served less than two terms in the U.S. Senate, Fred Harris was a prominent presidential candidate in 1976 better known than many senior senators, and he made his mark on the watershed 1960's and early 70's.
In his genuine, warm, informative and fascinating (at' [...]
"We had a great opportunity to attend the Small Business Summit kick-off event last night, organized by Larry Mocha, Kell Kelly, and Jerry" [...]
2 June, 2009
By Bryan Lower
Where: Tulsa County Democratic Party Headquarters. When: Monday, June 1st. 2009, 6:30 PM. Hosted by Tulsa's Heart of the Party
State Senator Kenneth Corn from district 4 is running for the office of Lieutenant Governor of the state of [...]
1 June, 2009
By John Slater
Commentary by John Slater
Let me start off by saying congratulations to Todd Goodman for winning the Oklahoma Democratic Chairman position. The party is in the darkest point in Oklahoma history. Mr. Goodman has a hard road ahead for success [...]
10 March, 2009
By Cory Williams
What if other public services were run for profit like the American health care system?
Much talk among Conservatives paints the picture that universal health care will destroy the economy and force people into unemployment. They say [...]
26 May, 2009
By Jerry E. Stephens
An Unintended Consequence of Our Nation's Health Care-Related Policies?
The recent worldwide outbreak of the A(H1N1) influenza virus affected many. Schools closed. Attendance at public gatherings was greatly reduced. The economic impact caused by the fear of a pandemic was felt in many [...]
This is yet another example of some legislators protecting insurance companies on the backs of poor people.
This bill won't lead to a single Oklahoman buying car' [...]
The amendment would have prohibited insurance companies from financially rewarding employees who deny claims.
"It's a shame that this didn't pass. My colleagues missed an'" [...]
After all of the work we did - we meaning the folks at CREDO who developed the online voter registration widget Rock the Vote and many others used. [...]
13 May, 2009
By Bryan Lower
The cancer of torture spreads to the Speaker of the House.
Democratic Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi has provided a new wrinkle in the debate over the use of torture by the Bush Administration. With big policy changes on the horizon, President [...]
As many of you know, over the last five days, the Progressive Change Campaign Committee, in partnership with a number of progressive organizations and blogs including Senate Guru, asked those in the netroots, "Should a Draft Sestak movement be" [...]
The embarrassing and misguided sovereignty resolution circulating in the Oklahoma Legislature has made national news as part of the faux GOP secession movement.
State Rep. Charles Key, pictured right, a Republican from Oklahoma City, appeared recently on the Montel Williams radio show to discuss [...]
{First, a cheap plug for my blog Senate Guru.}
Before Arlen Specter's Party switch announcement yesterday, the Senate's Democratic caucus stood at 58 members. Senator-elect Al Franken represented Democrats' 59th vote toward cloture, still short of reliably ending Republican filibusters. But now, with Specter joining' [...]
27 April, 2009
By January Hoskin
Busting the union-busters
US labor laws are weak and ineffective, and the system in place to enforce those laws is broken. The Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) is the most significant reform of the National [...]
24 April, 2009
By Bryan Lower
Tulsa Interfaith Alliance hosted a forum to discuss the proposed Ten Commandments monument on the Oklahoma capital grounds.
The event: Tulsa Interfaith Alliance panel discussion on separation of church and state and the bill to approve a [...]
Even in Oklahoma, I'm sure you've heard plenty about what's going on with the still-unsettled Senate race in Minnesota.
While Republican Norm Coleman prolongs his endless and pointless appeals, cementing his admission into the Sore Losers Hall of Fame, progressive organizations [...]
We announced the rally today at a press [...]
8 April, 2009
By Bryan Lower
A warm reception for Grindstone Journal writer
I would like to extend my appreciation to the Little Deep Fork Democratic Club for inviting me to speak at your meeting Tuesday night in Bristow, OK. It was a most [...]
8 April, 2009
By Bryan Lower
Thursday, April 16th, 4:30-5:30 PM
A rally to oppose Oklahoma SB 834 will be held Thursday, April 16th, 4:30-5:30 PM. It will be at the OEA Tulsa Regional Office, 10810 E. 45th St., west parking lot.
Read the entire article here: [...]
Imagine being told your life is worth less than someone else's. If this sounds incredibly unfair and discriminatory, it is. Welcome to "reform" of our state's legal system, courtesy of billion-dollar insurance companies and huge corporations' [...]
6 April, 2009
By Twan Jones
A century of diversity in Tulsa
The NAACP Tulsa Branch is reviving the Juneteenth Celebration as a citywide event. The NAACP has encouraged community support in its efforts to plan for this year's event.
The NAACP is the nations oldest civil [...]
Should HB 1603 become law, economic growth will be unchanged. Doctors' medical malpractice premiums will not decrease. Health care will not be more affordable or more accessible.
The bill' [...]
30 March, 2009
By James Nimmo
Racism lends itself so easily to other discriminatory "-isms" and "-phobias"
(OKLAHOMA CITY) Though Oklahoma may refer to Dr. Franklin as a native, his career and education took him far from his hometown. Though Oklahoma claims to [...]
30 March, 2009
By James Nimmo
Racism lends itself so easily to other discriminatory "-isms" and "-phobias"
(OKLAHOMA CITY) Though Oklahoma may refer to Dr. Franklin as a native, his career and education took him far from his hometown. Though Oklahoma claims to [...]
While I typically focus on Senate races, the special election in New York's 20th Congressional district is an excellent opportunity to stick it to the Republican Party.
NY-20 is a Republican leaning district in voter registration, but has been recently represented by [...]
While I typically focus on Senate races, the special election in New York's 20th Congressional district is an excellent opportunity to stick it to the Republican Party.
NY-20 is a Republican leaning district in voter registration, but has been recently represented by [...]
The auto industry is undergoing a major transition. How can we set a course for its healthy development?
Automakers, by their nature, must make plans many years in advance. Right now, we have people designing products for 2015. That means that, if environmental standards are to be effective, it [...]
The auto industry is undergoing a major transition. How can we set a course for its healthy development?
Automakers, by their nature, must make plans many years in advance. Right now, we have people designing products for 2015. That means that, if environmental standards are to be effective, it [...]
Sound familiar? If you have any experience with our fundraising pages you will have seen this (and perhaps fallen asleep to [...]
Sound familiar? If you have any experience with our fundraising pages you will have seen this (and perhaps fallen asleep to [...]
Immediate Release:
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Contact: Nathaniel Batchelder, 405-824-2794c 405-524-5577
www.peacehouseok.org
Iraq War 6th Year Memorials Planned in Oklahoma City
Two Oklahoma Fathers of Fallen Soldiers Speak Out about the Human Cost of War
What: Iraq 6th Year Memorial Service
When: 7pm, Thur, [...]
Immediate Release:
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Contact: Nathaniel Batchelder, 405-824-2794c 405-524-5577
www.peacehouseok.org
Iraq War 6th Year Memorials Planned in Oklahoma City
Two Oklahoma Fathers of Fallen Soldiers Speak Out about the Human Cost of War
What: Iraq 6th Year Memorial Service
When: 7pm, Thur, [...]
On the same day that the Republican-led House of Representatives passed legislation increasing federal control over the local judiciary, the U.S. Supreme Court made a ruling in total opposition.
Last Wednesday the House passed HB1603, a bill that - among other things - makes [...]
On the same day that the Republican-led House of Representatives passed legislation increasing federal control over the local judiciary, the U.S. Supreme Court made a ruling in total opposition.
Last Wednesday the House passed HB1603, a bill that - among other things - makes [...]
This week Texas and Oklahoma are pushing Voter ID bills that would require all voters to show either their drivers licenses or state issued ID or voter registration card when they vote. These laws work to reduce the number of people who are able to vote most often the [...] This week Texas and Oklahoma are pushing Voter ID bills that would require all voters to show either their drivers licenses or state issued ID or voter registration card when they vote. These laws work to reduce the number of people who are able to vote most often the [...] House Bill 1570 requires plaintiffs in civil lawsuits to seek expensive affidavits that attest to the case's merit. These affidavits cost thousands of dollars and can [...]
House Bill 1570 requires plaintiffs in civil lawsuits to seek expensive affidavits that attest to the case's merit. These affidavits cost thousands of dollars and can [...]
9 March, 2009
By Bryan Lower
The justice system was once the privilege of the rich. Tort manipulation will make it that way again.
One of the great shames of Reaganomics is how effectively it reversed the progress made in the twentieth century on income [...]
9 March, 2009
By Bryan Lower
The justice system was once the privilege of the rich. Tort manipulation will make it that way again.
One of the great shames of Reaganomics is how effectively it reversed the progress made in the twentieth century on income [...]
