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

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

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

“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.”

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

“No matter where you stand politically - even if you're unsure of what your political ideology is - it is important to take part in the process of shaping our government.”

“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.”

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

“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.”

“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.”