Reading builds the educated and informed electorate so vital to our democracy.

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.

Families are the compass that guide us. They are the inspiration to reach great heights, and our comfort when we occasionally falter.

Families are the compass that guide us.

Oklahomans value our children and our seniors. Oklahomans value traditions of faith. Oklahomans value our heroes, our veterans. Oklahomans value innovation and the creative arts.

What unites Oklahomans today is what has always united us: Our unshakable faith. Our love of family and compassion for others. The unlimited promise of a hopeful future.

The status quo is simply unacceptable.