A revamped Oklahoma Republican party is holding elections this winter. New leadership is in place in many precincts of the state. Now some county conventions are being held over the next month. Then the state's top leadership posts will be filled by new party members at the April state convention. David McLain is the only announced candidate for state chairman. Former Rep. Mike Turner is running for vice chairman, as is John Roberts. | Listen to the Podcast.. |
Chairman Pam Pollard recently announced her decision not to seek another term at the helm of the Oklahoma Republican Party. This happens to coincide with the change of governor for Oklahoma. Reports tell Sooner Politics that the transition team is keenly aware of the importance of a close working relationship between the governor's office and the state GOP leadership. To that end he and Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell (a former chairman and national GOP officer) have been watching the developments and seeking to encourage specific people to step up in the elections for county and state party offices.
Our sources say that David McLain, (current chair of the Tulsa County GOP) is Gov. Stitt's choice for state chairman. Retired businessman, Bob Jack, is being asked to replace McLain at the Tulsa GOP.
Our sources say that David McLain, (current chair of the Tulsa County GOP) is Gov. Stitt's choice for state chairman. Retired businessman, Bob Jack, is being asked to replace McLain at the Tulsa GOP.