Body Does the federal government need a budget? Not if we elected folks who would abide by the Constitution! The federal government does not provide for a budget because the enumerated powers are the budget! It’s all so simple. Only the government can muck up such simplicity.

Body to point Publisher I’m sure most older Americans remember the real significance of Dec. 7, as that day was etched into the annals of American history.

Body The Oklahoma Republican legislative committee leadership roles and assignments were announced by Senate President Pro Tempore Greg Treat. The 59th Oklahoma Legislature begins in February.

Body According to a Tuesday report by the Epoch Times, Rep. Andy Biggs (R-Ariz.), who lost a bid for House majority leader last month, has announced he will be challenging House GOP Leader Kevin McCarthy’s (R-Calif.) speakership.

Body the point Publisher Looks to me like Oklahoma is on the cusp of a new era... especially Southeast Oklahoma.

Body Last week, 24 of my fellow lawmakers were sworn in, including eight new Senators. Some of the districts you may be familiar with, including ours, have changed because of population shifts revealed by the 2020 Census.

Body the point Publisher The political seasons that bring change across our nation are not unlike the four seasons we enjoy. There are periods when small and obscure objects take root and begin to grow.

Body The Self-Absorbed Nine and the One Who was Grateful All the turkey-time trappings of the Thanksgiving holiday tend to numb our sincere reflection. But this is a perfect time to consider whether we are thanksgiving or ungrateful people.

Body Legislative Deadlines You Need to Know OKLAHOMA CITY – With the elections in the history books, we now know who will be serving in the various political offices in Oklahoma. State senators and representatives were sworn in Wednesday, Nov.

Body OWASSO — On Monday night, the Owasso Public School Board voted unanimously to update the school library policy. The proposed changes came after parents claimed they saw pornographic content described and depicted in certain books.