There is too much at stake for us to surrender to the politics of polarization.

We must give Oklahoma families the opportunity to thrive and prosper. We must give all Oklahomans the tools necessary to pursue the American dream. And then, we must get out of the way.

Education is not solely about earning a great living. It means living a great life.

This is not the time for partisan bickering. This is not the time for politics as usual. Some of us are Democrats. Some of us are Republicans. Some of us are Independents. Above all, we must be Oklahomans first.

In charting our course to the future, we are mindful of our path from the past.

Something called 'the Oklahoma Standard' became known throughout the world. It means resilience in the face of adversity. It means a strength and compassion that will not be defeated.

It is a paradox that far too few Americans participate in the wonderful ritual of democracy that we call Election Day.