 Social justice education is taking over America’s colleges and universities. (Feed generated with FetchRSS)  ‘Social justice’ permeates Oklahoma higher education by Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs - March 30, 2020 at 07:00PM Read the entire article at Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs
The world could use a little more of this...  Former Sen. Tom Coburn was a hero among fiscal conservatives and endless source of inspiration and courage. The Oklahoma Republican embodied financial stewardship, always showing great respect for the hard-earned tax dollars of working Americans. Coburn, who died late Friday at 72, helped the Americ... (Feed generated with FetchRSS) Sen. Tom Coburn Stood Tall for Taxpayers by Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs - March 30, 2020 at 07:40PM Read the entire article at Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs
Small business owners facing the loss of their life’s work, those who live paycheck to paycheck, and those who are simply stressed by the increased uncertainty are all more likely to now consider suicide or fall into substance abuse.  In ordering business closures and restricting citizen movement, government officials have primarily focused on the potential loss of life that could be caused by the COVID-19/coronavirus. Yet experts agree those anti-COVID efforts could also contribute to an increased death count in Oklahoma, highli... (Feed generated with FetchRSS) COVID-19 not the only threat to Oklahomans’ health, lives by Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs - March 30, 2020 at 06:08PM Read the entire article at Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs
Throwing people out of work, taking away people’s livelihoods, and making people poorer are not the purposes of these orders. And so if an innovative business is able to come up with ways that fully incorporate social distancing into their workplace and customer interactions—why would we shut those businesses down?  Gov. Kevin Stitt has issued a “Safer at Home” executive order, which requires “vulnerable” individuals to remain at home statewide through April 30. It also directs “nonessential” businesses to close until April 16 in counties with any confirmed cases of coronavirus. This includes all of... (Feed generated with FetchRSS) How far should the government go to enforce an order? by Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs - March 30, 2020 at 03:37PM Read the entire article at Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs
In a time when some businesses have been deemed "nonessential," we're here to tell you this: You are essential. Here are some resources and assistance for your small business during this time.  During these times of uncertainty: We're here to help. (Feed generated with FetchRSS) You are essential by Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs - March 30, 2020 at 02:02PM Read the entire article at Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs  Throwing people out of work, taking away people’s livelihoods, and making people poorer are not the purposes of these orders. And so if an innovative business is able to come up with ways that fully incorporate social distancing into their workplace and customer interactions—why would we shut those businesses down? (Feed generated with FetchRSS) How far should the government go to enforce an order? by Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs - March 29, 2020 at 07:00PM Read the entire article at Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs
"One of the greatest tragedies we have noticed since restaurants have been forced to close their dining spaces is the loss of connection between people," says Landon Ferguson, one of the creators of CITYBOX. "Oklahoma City is a small town. You become accustomed to walking into a place and seeing the 'usuals'."
 OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) - Creators of Capitals Ice Cream have started CITYBOX in OKC. The CITYBOX is designed to bring local Oklahoma City and night-out experiences to your living room. "One of the greatest tragedies we have noticed since restaurants have been forced to close their dining spaces is the... Read the entire article at Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs Local retailers launch CITYBOX to support small businesses by Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs - March 29, 2020 at 05:39PM
With the state facing large budget shortfalls, it’s clear that putting some money in savings was the prudent thing to do. Please take a moment to thank those lawmakers who did so! It will take less than 60 seconds.
 I contacted my lawmaker to say "thank you" for voting to save money last year. These savings will now protect jobs and preserve funding for Oklahoma’s health needs during a pandemic. Click to do the same.[@campaign]
(Feed generated with FetchRSS) Read the entire article at Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs Wisdom of savings revealed in pandemic by Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs - March 29, 2020 at 12:40PM Jonathan Small, president of the Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs, issued the following statement today in response to the passing of Dr. Tom Coburn. History will rank Dr. Coburn among Oklahoma’s greatest leaders. At OCPA, we were blessed to have Dr. Coburn serve on our board, where his insight and leadership was invaluable. For those who ask if a conservative can remain true to his principles once in office, there will forever be an answer: Yes. Tom Coburn showed it could be done, and he blazed a path others can follow.  OCPA comments on passing of Dr. Tom Coburn by Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs - March 28, 2020 at 01:34PM (Feed generated with FetchRSS)
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