Black gun owners plan pro-Second Amendment walk in Oklahoma City on day of Trump rally
A peaceful pro-Second Amendment walk from the Ralph Ellison Memorial Library to the Governor’s mansion is scheduled for 2pm on Saturday, June 20th, ahead of President Trump’s rally in Tulsa. “The demonstration […] is intended to bring attention to the
Trump Has Military Poised to Intervene in Burning Cities, Whether Governors Want It or Not
“In a period of less than 72 hours, National Guard units in 15 states and the District of Columbia mobilized over 7,000 troops in response to protests and demonstrations across America, the largest deployment of military forces in what are
Libertarian Candidate Jo Jorgensen Enters the Presidential Race
“This week, Jo Jorgensen, a psychology lecturer at Clemson University, won the Libertarian Party’s presidential nomination.” Article by John Stossel.
OKLP “Route to Liberty” Convention Coming in June!
As the state of Oklahoma begins to open up again, the OKLP is preparing for its state convention on June 27th and 28th. Taking place at the Stokely Event Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma, this convention will be unlike any we’ve
Final Libertarian Party Presidential Debate TONIGHT!
Tune in at 7pm Central on Wednesday, May 21st, for the FINAL debate between candidates seeking the Libertarian Party’s nomination this weekend, moderated by former Fox Business host and the founder of StosselTV, John Stossel. Watch on YouTube here.
OKLP Issues Resolution About 2020 LP Convention
Oklahoma Libertarian Party Resolution 20-1 Whereas the COVID-19 pandemic has caused a situation interrupting the ability of organizations and individuals to conduct business as usual; Whereas many states have laws requiring political parties to submit the names of their
Governor Endorses Senate Call For State Constitutional Convention
“On Saturday, Governor Kevin Stitt addressed the Tulsa County GOP Convention. One of his 2020 agenda items is a call for the people of [Oklahoma] to vote to authorize a new constitutional convention.” Article by Sooner Politics.
Oklahoma Senate passes bill to provide more options for arming teachers
House Bill 2336, which would give schools more options in arming teachers, passed the Senate with a 37-7 and is on its way to the House. Read the bill here. Article by Barbara Hoberock
Oklahoma Leads The Nation In Cannabis Dispensaries
“Oklahoma has about as many dispensaries as the entire west coast. […] Much of the reason for Oklahoma’s more libertarian model is because of our state’s founders regard for citizen empowerment to go around the legislature & governor, to create
Lawmaker files bills to repeal permitless carry, ban long-barrel firearms in Oklahoma restaurants
“An Oklahoma lawmaker has filed two bills regarding firearms in Oklahoma – one [HB 3357] would repeal permitless carry in our state, and another [HB 3897] that would ban long-barrel firearms from Oklahoma restaurants.” Read HB 3357 here, and HB
Oklahoma Libertarian Voter Registration Doubles
“The Libertarian Party, which gained recognition in 2016, now has 11,171 registered voters, more than double the number in January 2018.” Article by Jamison Faught Join the movement! Click HERE to register as a Libertarian in Oklahoma. Click HERE to
Legislation filed prohibiting sanctuary cities in Oklahoma
“Under [SB 1459], any city or town that enacts such a policy would be ineligible for state funding through agencies and grants.” Article by Destiny Washington Read the bill here. Libertarian Platform (LP.org/platform): 3.4 Free Trade and Migration […]Political freedom
Rep. Jason Dunnington introduces House Bill 2876 to end death penalty in Oklahoma
“The bill, if passed and signed into law, would remove the death penalty from among the options in Oklahoma for sentencing in capital cases.” Read the bill here. Article by Darla Shelden Libertarian Platform (LP.org/platform ): 1.8 Death Penalty We
Stitt wants state schools superintendent to be appointed, not elected
“Gov. Kevin Stitt wants Oklahoma’s state schools chief to be appointed, a move that would give the governor more control over public education.” Article by Carmen Forman
Stitt Plans Significant State Deregulation
“Gov. Kevin Stitt says he wants to slash state regulations by the end of his term in 2023.” Article by Ray Carter Photo by Donald Giannatti on Unsplash
Oklahoma Democrats Keep Primaries Open To Rising Number Of Independent Voters
Chad Williams, Chair of the Oklahoma Libertarian Party, talks with KOSU’s Kateleigh Mills about the party’s decision to close its primaries and the process through which that decision was made. Article by Kateleigh Mills Image by Mairead Todd/KOSU
Opinion: Should It Be Illegal To Sleep Outside?
“The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development says homelessness has dropped over the past decade, but the number of homeless people who don’t have anywhere to stay is beginning to grow and become more visible.” Article by Scott Simon
Oklahoma City asking for residents help with homelessness strategy
Free and open to the public, a community public forum addressing homelessness in Oklahoma City will be held Monday, December 16th, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at NorthCare on 2617 General Pershing Boulevard. Article by Colleen Wilson
