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Opinion: Reforming Oklahoma voting processes could improve democratic engagement

BY: - October 18, 2023

Our nation is in an existential crisis.  Democracy is imperiled.  The first three words of the U.S. Constitution are “We the people,” which enshrines the very idea of democracy. For the first time in our history, the speaker of the House has been removed. Consequently, Congress cannot conduct any of its important business, legislation is […]

Ranked choice voting could be costly in Oklahoma, state elections chief says

BY: - September 14, 2023

OKLAHOMA CITY — Implementing ranked choice voting in Oklahoma could cost tens of millions of dollars because state elections equipment and software are not compatible with the voting method, the head of the State Election Board told lawmakers. Election Board Secretary Paul Ziriax advised lawmakers on Tuesday to be judicious when making election changes as […]