To the Editor: I am not Native American. I am a 76-year-old retired white male who has recently learned about the crisis of missing native American women. During the Covid lockdown I was watching a do...

When Jesus talked about His own death, the disciples reacted the same way many of us do—by focusing on the part we fear most. Luke tells us Jesus said, “The Son of Man must suffer many things … and be...

What do you imagine when you think of “kings”? Something from European history? The saga of King Charles and the royal family in England? Maybe even the “NO KINGS” marches happening now in our country...

I hope that you have a blessed Thanksgiving and that you will pause remember to be thankful to God. Here are some things for which I am thankful. Thankful for – Life - In him was life, and that life w...

The harsh reality of domestic violence is not just the bruises, the belittling or the occasional beatings; the harsh reality is the emotional and psychological abuse. It’s the limited finances, the de...

OKLAHOMA CITY – The federal government entered a shutdown on Oct. 1 when Congress failed to pass the required 12 annual appropriations bills or agree on a short-term funding patch called a continuing ...

One of the biggest differences between traveling abroad and traveling domestically is seeing armed soldiers at airports and on the streets in most other nations. While this is still fairly true, it is...

The interim is still underway at the State Capitol. Much of our work during this period centers on preparing for and participating in interim studies. These studies provide us the opportunity to take ...

Last week I had one of my regulars drop by to get our weekly newspaper. As he glanced at the headlines, he commented on the “Man injured diving into shallow water.” He stated that the young man was a ...

OKLAHOMA CITY – One of my goals with the “For the Children” weekly column is to keep people aware of issues involving child advocacy and policy updates so individuals and organizations can champion so...

Article I, Section 5, Clauses 3 and 4 of our Constitution proves there are some areas of the government where everyone actually can agree — well almost. Clause 3 states, “Each House shall keep a Journ...

By the end of this year I’ll turn 57, which to some is still “a young whippersnapper” but to others I’m “old as dirt.” To me it’s hard to believe how quickly the years seem to fly by now. Having recen...

OKLAHOMA CITY – On Saturday, Aug. 9, the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) partnered with the Foster Care Association of Oklahoma (FCAO) to hold a backto- school bash for more than 350 fost...

President Trump’s One Big, Beautiful Bill has proven to be one of the most contentious bills in recent memory. At the heart of the debate is who the OBBB benefits. While the left claims the bill is si...

Black market marijuana has created a Wild West scenario in Oklahoma. These are stats given to me by the Haskell County sheriff on seizures within the last six months in Haskell County. He’s shut down ...

She’s not trying to be difficult. She’s just done narrating her life to look a certain way to make you feel more comfortable while she remains miserable. She’s not trying to be melancholy or moody. Sh...

OKLAHOMA CITY – On Saturday, July 26, the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA) held our annual Heroes Ball Gala at OKANA Water Park and Resort. The event drew nearly 500 people who support our...

Historically, there have been periods of specific times when Americans have stood together, a united front, daring anyone that might come against us. Often in response to significant circumstances or ...

OKLAHOMA CITY – As a former lawmaker and someone who continues to work publicly in policy, the horrific act which happened over this past weekend in Minnesota with the murder and attempted murder of s...

OKLAHOMA CITY – As we continue our examination of the massive federal legislation called the “Big Beautiful Bill” by proponents, it is important to look at the education portion of the bill. As you ca...