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Debate sparks after OU student's essay citing Bible gets failing grade | Opinion
An OU student says a failing grade on her essay citing the Bible violated her free speech rights. Instructors said the essay lacked empirical evidence.
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An OU student says a failing grade on her essay citing the Bible violated her free speech rights. Instructors said the essay lacked empirical evidence.
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Debate sparks after OU student's essay citing Bible gets failing grade
An OU student says a failing grade on her essay citing the Bible violated her free speech rights. Instructors said the essay lacked empirical evidence.
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November 28, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Debate sparks after OU student's essay citing Bible gets failing grade | Opinion
An OU student says a failing grade on her essay citing the Bible violated her free speech rights. Instructors said the essay lacked empirical evidence.
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An OU student says a failing grade on her essay citing the Bible violated her free speech rights. Instructors said the essay lacked empirical evidence.
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Stitt, Drummond ruffle each other's feathers amid feud | Editorial cartoon
Republican political rivals Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt and Attorney General Gentner Drummond's rift has grown even more intense.
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Republican political rivals Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt and Attorney General Gentner Drummond's rift has grown even more intense.
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Stitt, Drummond show anything but gratitude toward each other | Cartoon
Republican political rivals Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt and Attorney General Gentner Drummond's rift has grown even more intense.
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November 24, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Stitt, Drummond ruffle each other's feathers amid feud | Editorial cartoon
Republican political rivals Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt and Attorney General Gentner Drummond's rift has grown even more intense.
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Republican political rivals Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt and Attorney General Gentner Drummond's rift has grown even more intense.
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Longer mortgages are the wrong solution for affordable housing | Opinion
A 50‑year mortgage would trap families in debt for most of their lives, while doubling the total interest they pay
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A 50‑year mortgage would trap families in debt for most of their lives, while doubling the total interest they pay
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Oklahoma needs more affordable homes, not longer mortgages | Opinion
A 50‑year mortgage would trap families in debt for most of their lives, while doubling the total interest they pay
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November 21, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Longer mortgages are the wrong solution for affordable housing | Opinion
A 50‑year mortgage would trap families in debt for most of their lives, while doubling the total interest they pay
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A 50‑year mortgage would trap families in debt for most of their lives, while doubling the total interest they pay
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We need more early testing and treatment for Alzheimer's | Opinion
Recent polling reveals overwhelming support for Medicare coverage of early Alzheimer’s blood tests and prompt treatment for those affected
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Recent polling reveals overwhelming support for Medicare coverage of early Alzheimer’s blood tests and prompt treatment for those affected
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This is the right time for improvements in Medicare for those with Alzheimer's | Opinion
Recent polling reveals overwhelming support for Medicare coverage of early Alzheimer’s blood tests and prompt treatment for those affected
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November 21, 2025 at 1:16 PM
We need more early testing and treatment for Alzheimer's | Opinion
Recent polling reveals overwhelming support for Medicare coverage of early Alzheimer’s blood tests and prompt treatment for those affected
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Recent polling reveals overwhelming support for Medicare coverage of early Alzheimer’s blood tests and prompt treatment for those affected
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Summer Boismier deserves to have her teaching license reinstated | Editorial
No longer under the thumb of former Superintendent Ryan Walters, the board should restore the license of Norman teacher Summer Boismier
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No longer under the thumb of former Superintendent Ryan Walters, the board should restore the license of Norman teacher Summer Boismier
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Give Summer Boismier back her teaching license; undo Ryan Walters' idiocy | Editorial
No longer under the thumb of former Superintendent Ryan Walters, the board should restore the license of Norman teacher Summer Boismier
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November 20, 2025 at 12:31 PM
Summer Boismier deserves to have her teaching license reinstated | Editorial
No longer under the thumb of former Superintendent Ryan Walters, the board should restore the license of Norman teacher Summer Boismier
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No longer under the thumb of former Superintendent Ryan Walters, the board should restore the license of Norman teacher Summer Boismier
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Gospel can't be personally salvific if it is not socially redemptive | Opinion
Jesus did not give us instructions on how to get to heaven, but how to make Earth as it is in heaven.
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Jesus did not give us instructions on how to get to heaven, but how to make Earth as it is in heaven.
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Jesus' teachings prioritized on-the-ground change to save folks from hell on Earth | Opinion
Jesus did not give us instructions on how to get to heaven, but how to make Earth as it is in heaven.
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November 17, 2025 at 2:19 AM
Gospel can't be personally salvific if it is not socially redemptive | Opinion
Jesus did not give us instructions on how to get to heaven, but how to make Earth as it is in heaven.
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Jesus did not give us instructions on how to get to heaven, but how to make Earth as it is in heaven.
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We're nearing the end of a difficult year. What are you thankful for?
We are thankful for the support of our readers. Who will you be thanking as you celebrate the holiday?
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We are thankful for the support of our readers. Who will you be thanking as you celebrate the holiday?
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Thanksgiving is approaching. We invite you to share what you're thankful for | Opinion
We are thankful for the support of our readers. Who will you be thanking as you celebrate the holiday?
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November 16, 2025 at 11:11 AM
We're nearing the end of a difficult year. What are you thankful for?
We are thankful for the support of our readers. Who will you be thanking as you celebrate the holiday?
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We are thankful for the support of our readers. Who will you be thanking as you celebrate the holiday?
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Unnecessary order from governor confusing to doctors | Opinion
The Oklahoma Health Care Authority has recognized problems with the order and requested changes. We should just get rid of it altogether
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The Oklahoma Health Care Authority has recognized problems with the order and requested changes. We should just get rid of it altogether
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Gov. Stitt gives doctors another reason not to practice in Oklahoma | Opinion
The Oklahoma Health Care Authority has recognized problems with the order and requested changes. We should just get rid of it altogether
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November 16, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Unnecessary order from governor confusing to doctors | Opinion
The Oklahoma Health Care Authority has recognized problems with the order and requested changes. We should just get rid of it altogether
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The Oklahoma Health Care Authority has recognized problems with the order and requested changes. We should just get rid of it altogether
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The best youth justice system keeps kids out of it | Opinion
Oklahoma has the knowledge, data and compassion to build a youth justice system rooted in hope rather than punishment. Will leaders act?
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Oklahoma has the knowledge, data and compassion to build a youth justice system rooted in hope rather than punishment. Will leaders act?
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Oklahoma has a chance to build a youth justice system rooted in hope. Will we? | Opinion
Oklahoma has the knowledge, data and compassion to build a youth justice system rooted in hope rather than punishment. Will leaders act?
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November 16, 2025 at 11:08 AM
The best youth justice system keeps kids out of it | Opinion
Oklahoma has the knowledge, data and compassion to build a youth justice system rooted in hope rather than punishment. Will leaders act?
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Oklahoma has the knowledge, data and compassion to build a youth justice system rooted in hope rather than punishment. Will leaders act?
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Too much corn is being grown for fuel instead of food | Opinion
We need to stop growing so much corn for conversion into ethanol fuel and "Eat Mor Chikin" as Chick-fil-A cow suggests
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We need to stop growing so much corn for conversion into ethanol fuel and "Eat Mor Chikin" as Chick-fil-A cow suggests
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Reducing impact of climate change requires agricultural adjustments | Opinion
We need to stop growing so much corn for conversion into ethanol fuel and "Eat Mor Chikin" as Chick-fil-A cow suggests
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November 15, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Too much corn is being grown for fuel instead of food | Opinion
We need to stop growing so much corn for conversion into ethanol fuel and "Eat Mor Chikin" as Chick-fil-A cow suggests
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We need to stop growing so much corn for conversion into ethanol fuel and "Eat Mor Chikin" as Chick-fil-A cow suggests
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We've learned in prison what to do when we disagree on politics | Opinion
We all should have the humility to recognize that other people have different perspectives on how to create a better way of life
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We all should have the humility to recognize that other people have different perspectives on how to create a better way of life
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What I've learned in prison about political disagreements | Opinion
We all should have the humility to recognize that other people have different perspectives on how to create a better way of life
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November 14, 2025 at 5:05 PM
We've learned in prison what to do when we disagree on politics | Opinion
We all should have the humility to recognize that other people have different perspectives on how to create a better way of life
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We all should have the humility to recognize that other people have different perspectives on how to create a better way of life
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In every hero's story, there's an educator who believed in them | Opinion
Behind every veteran is a teacher or mentor who ignited the spark of curiosity, responsibility and resilience that carried them through their service.
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Behind every veteran is a teacher or mentor who ignited the spark of curiosity, responsibility and resilience that carried them through their service.
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As we thank our veterans, let's honor the teachers and mentors who helped shape them | Opinion
Behind every veteran is a teacher or mentor who ignited the spark of curiosity, responsibility and resilience that carried them through their service.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:17 PM
In every hero's story, there's an educator who believed in them | Opinion
Behind every veteran is a teacher or mentor who ignited the spark of curiosity, responsibility and resilience that carried them through their service.
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Behind every veteran is a teacher or mentor who ignited the spark of curiosity, responsibility and resilience that carried them through their service.
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Report outlines 4 key steps to improving Oklahoma schools | Opinion
The Advance Oklahoma’s Kids coalition – after interviews, public meetings and a survey – has some ideas for improving schools in the state
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The Advance Oklahoma’s Kids coalition – after interviews, public meetings and a survey – has some ideas for improving schools in the state
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There is hope for Oklahoma's public school system. Coalition offers ideas | Opinion
The Advance Oklahoma’s Kids coalition – after interviews, public meetings and a survey – has some ideas for improving schools in the state
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November 9, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Report outlines 4 key steps to improving Oklahoma schools | Opinion
The Advance Oklahoma’s Kids coalition – after interviews, public meetings and a survey – has some ideas for improving schools in the state
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The Advance Oklahoma’s Kids coalition – after interviews, public meetings and a survey – has some ideas for improving schools in the state
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Tariffs have their place, but have a ripple effect on ordinary people | Opinion
Free trade isn’t perfect. Tariffs aren’t always wrong. But American consumers and producers shouldn't end up paying the bill
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Free trade isn’t perfect. Tariffs aren’t always wrong. But American consumers and producers shouldn't end up paying the bill
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Reagan's style was different from Trump's. Which is right for today? | Opinion
Free trade isn’t perfect. Tariffs aren’t always wrong. But American consumers and producers shouldn't end up paying the bill
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November 9, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Tariffs have their place, but have a ripple effect on ordinary people | Opinion
Free trade isn’t perfect. Tariffs aren’t always wrong. But American consumers and producers shouldn't end up paying the bill
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Free trade isn’t perfect. Tariffs aren’t always wrong. But American consumers and producers shouldn't end up paying the bill
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We need to demand Congress to get back to work | Opinion
The majority of Republican senators and representatives have repeatedly violated their oath to uphold the will of the people, letter writer says.
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The majority of Republican senators and representatives have repeatedly violated their oath to uphold the will of the people, letter writer says.
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Congress is our real problem. They have violated oath to uphold will of people | Letters
The majority of Republican senators and representatives have repeatedly violated their oath to uphold the will of the people, letter writer says.
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November 8, 2025 at 4:57 PM
We need to demand Congress to get back to work | Opinion
The majority of Republican senators and representatives have repeatedly violated their oath to uphold the will of the people, letter writer says.
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The majority of Republican senators and representatives have repeatedly violated their oath to uphold the will of the people, letter writer says.
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What's OSU's biggest problem right now? Not the football team | Opinion
The state Legislature has exempted university non-profits from the Open Records Act. That allows avoidance of accountability.
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The state Legislature has exempted university non-profits from the Open Records Act. That allows avoidance of accountability.
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OSU has a problem bigger than the football team. It's too much secrecy | Opinion
The state Legislature has exempted university non-profits from the Open Records Act. That allows avoidance of accountability.
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November 7, 2025 at 3:25 PM
What's OSU's biggest problem right now? Not the football team | Opinion
The state Legislature has exempted university non-profits from the Open Records Act. That allows avoidance of accountability.
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The state Legislature has exempted university non-profits from the Open Records Act. That allows avoidance of accountability.
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Please stand behind federal workers | Opinion
Civil servants keep your food, medicine, airways, roadways, schools and country running smoothly and safely. Please stand behind federal workers.
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Civil servants keep your food, medicine, airways, roadways, schools and country running smoothly and safely. Please stand behind federal workers.
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Federal workers serve you every day in ways you may not notice. Stand behind us | Opinion
Civil servants keep your food, medicine, airways, roadways, schools and country running smoothly and safely. Please stand behind federal workers.
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November 7, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Please stand behind federal workers | Opinion
Civil servants keep your food, medicine, airways, roadways, schools and country running smoothly and safely. Please stand behind federal workers.
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Civil servants keep your food, medicine, airways, roadways, schools and country running smoothly and safely. Please stand behind federal workers.
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OK should become the 14th state with an agency on early childhood | Opinion
Thirteen other states have already formed special agencies to improve delivery of state services to children and families
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Thirteen other states have already formed special agencies to improve delivery of state services to children and families
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Why Oklahoma needs a Department of Early Childhood | Opinion
Thirteen other states have already formed special agencies to improve delivery of state services to children and families
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November 7, 2025 at 11:55 AM
OK should become the 14th state with an agency on early childhood | Opinion
Thirteen other states have already formed special agencies to improve delivery of state services to children and families
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Thirteen other states have already formed special agencies to improve delivery of state services to children and families
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Even amid political fatigue, giving up is unforgivable | Opinion
If we give in to mental and emotional political fatigue, we will become cowards. Don’t do the unforgivable. Don’t give up. Let’s move forward together.
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If we give in to mental and emotional political fatigue, we will become cowards. Don’t do the unforgivable. Don’t give up. Let’s move forward together.
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If we give in to political fatigue, we will become cowards. Don't give up | Opinion
If we give in to mental and emotional political fatigue, we will become cowards. Don’t do the unforgivable. Don’t give up. Let’s move forward together.
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November 6, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Even amid political fatigue, giving up is unforgivable | Opinion
If we give in to mental and emotional political fatigue, we will become cowards. Don’t do the unforgivable. Don’t give up. Let’s move forward together.
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If we give in to mental and emotional political fatigue, we will become cowards. Don’t do the unforgivable. Don’t give up. Let’s move forward together.
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A conservative case for a pause in Tremane Wood's scheduled execution | Opinion
I’m a conservative. I believe in accountability and stewardship of taxpayer dollars. Death penalty, as administered today, too often delivers neither.
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I’m a conservative. I believe in accountability and stewardship of taxpayer dollars. Death penalty, as administered today, too often delivers neither.
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I am a conservative, but here's why Oklahoma should stay Tremane Wood's execution | Opinion
I’m a conservative. I believe in accountability and stewardship of taxpayer dollars. Death penalty, as administered today, too often delivers neither.
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November 4, 2025 at 5:05 PM
A conservative case for a pause in Tremane Wood's scheduled execution | Opinion
I’m a conservative. I believe in accountability and stewardship of taxpayer dollars. Death penalty, as administered today, too often delivers neither.
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I’m a conservative. I believe in accountability and stewardship of taxpayer dollars. Death penalty, as administered today, too often delivers neither.
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Hurt by the government shutdown? That's the whole point | Opinion
Many wonder .. why couldn't some of the negative effects of the government shutdown have been avoided? Here's the big reason.
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Many wonder .. why couldn't some of the negative effects of the government shutdown have been avoided? Here's the big reason.
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Who's to blame for the government shutdown? We are | Opinion
Many wonder .. why couldn't some of the negative effects of the government shutdown have been avoided? Here's the big reason.
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November 4, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Hurt by the government shutdown? That's the whole point | Opinion
Many wonder .. why couldn't some of the negative effects of the government shutdown have been avoided? Here's the big reason.
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Many wonder .. why couldn't some of the negative effects of the government shutdown have been avoided? Here's the big reason.
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Medicare payment reform needed because we're losing doctors | Opinion
Former OK congressman says raising payments to nation’s independent physicians is an investment with many benefits for rural areas
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Former OK congressman says raising payments to nation’s independent physicians is an investment with many benefits for rural areas
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Failure to keep up on Medicare fees to doctors hurting Oklahomans, says J.C. Watts | Opinion
Former OK congressman says raising payments to nation’s independent physicians is an investment with many benefits for rural areas
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November 2, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Medicare payment reform needed because we're losing doctors | Opinion
Former OK congressman says raising payments to nation’s independent physicians is an investment with many benefits for rural areas
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Former OK congressman says raising payments to nation’s independent physicians is an investment with many benefits for rural areas
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Cartoons draw attention to Oklahoma, US issues
Cartoons by The Oklahoman's Todd Pendleton help draw attention to local and national issues.
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Cartoons by The Oklahoman's Todd Pendleton help draw attention to local and national issues.
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View visual commentary on Oklahoma, national topics | Cartoons
Cartoons by The Oklahoman's Todd Pendleton help draw attention to local and national issues.
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November 2, 2025 at 12:35 PM
Cartoons draw attention to Oklahoma, US issues
Cartoons by The Oklahoman's Todd Pendleton help draw attention to local and national issues.
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Cartoons by The Oklahoman's Todd Pendleton help draw attention to local and national issues.
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SNAP crisis -- The Cherokee nation sees the urgency, but not the state | Opinion
Governor Stitt asks others to be neighborly and help out in a crisis while holding back on state aid to supplement food stamp benefits
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Governor Stitt asks others to be neighborly and help out in a crisis while holding back on state aid to supplement food stamp benefits
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A puny state response to an urgent need. Is that all there is? | Opinion
Governor Stitt asks others to be neighborly and help out in a crisis while holding back on state aid to supplement food stamp benefits
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November 1, 2025 at 1:43 PM
SNAP crisis -- The Cherokee nation sees the urgency, but not the state | Opinion
Governor Stitt asks others to be neighborly and help out in a crisis while holding back on state aid to supplement food stamp benefits
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Governor Stitt asks others to be neighborly and help out in a crisis while holding back on state aid to supplement food stamp benefits
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Luper plaza makes statement about the power of doing the right thing | Opinion
The Clara Luper National Sit-in Plaza ensures future generations remember ordinary people, acting together, can create extraordinary change.
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The Clara Luper National Sit-in Plaza ensures future generations remember ordinary people, acting together, can create extraordinary change.
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OKC is birthplace of sit-in movement. Luper plaza reminds us change is possible | Opinion
The Clara Luper National Sit-in Plaza ensures future generations remember ordinary people, acting together, can create extraordinary change.
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November 1, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Luper plaza makes statement about the power of doing the right thing | Opinion
The Clara Luper National Sit-in Plaza ensures future generations remember ordinary people, acting together, can create extraordinary change.
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The Clara Luper National Sit-in Plaza ensures future generations remember ordinary people, acting together, can create extraordinary change.
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