Families are the compass that guide us.

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

A good teacher can inspire hope, ignite the imagination, and instill a love of learning.

No other investment yields as great a return as the investment in education. An educated workforce is the foundation of every community and the future of every economy.

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.

No one should have to choose between medicine and other necessities. No one should have to use the emergency room every time a child gets sick. And no one should have to live in constant fear that a medical problem will become a financial crisis.

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.