Oklahoma Forum

Election Review

The longest and costliest election cycle in American history is now over. When the bills are finally totaled, it's expected that more than six billion dollars will have been spent on campaigns this time around. And just what did all that time and money give us? We'll discuss that with our guests, dubbed the gang of four on election night on OETA: Patrick McGuigan, editor of CapitolBeatOK.com; Arnold Hamilton, editor of the Oklahoma Observer; Larry Stein, republican political analyst; and Ben Odom, former vice-chair of the Oklahoma Democratic Party.

Related Topics: Government, Politics, Social Issues

Originally broadcast on November 11, 2012

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Election Preview

At long last, the election is upon us. In-person voting began in Oklahoma on Friday, and most voters will cast their ballots Tuesday. They will select five members of congress, 47 state legislators and numerous county office-holders. Voters will also vote up or down on six state questions and 12 judges. And, oh yes, there is also a president to pick. We preview Tuesday's election, with Oklahoma Votes analysts: Neva Hill, President of Neva Hill & Associates, political consulting firm. Sheryl Lovelady, former political pollster and strategist. and, Keith Gaddie, Professor of Political Science at the University of Oklahoma.

Related Topics: Community, Media & Technology, Business & Economy, Government, Politics, National Security, Social Issues

Originally broadcast on November 4, 2012

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Foreign Policy

Foreign policy was front and center in the final presidential debate. While most American voters remain focused on domestic issues, what happens on the international stage can quickly become any administration's primary concern. Whether it's trade, the environment or national security, international relations have a profound impact on u.s. policy, affecting all of us. So we discussed U.S. foreign policy with our guests: Mohamed Daadaoui, Associate Professor of Political Science at Oklahoma City University. Louis Furmanski, Chair of the Political Science Department at the University of Central Oklahoma. Peter Gries, Director of the Institute for U.S.-China Issues at the University of Oklahoma. And Mike Boettcher, ABC news correspondent and Correspondent in Residence at the OU Gaylord College of Journalism and Mass Communication.

Related Topics: Business & Economy, Government, Politics, National Security, Global Affairs, Social Issues

Originally broadcast on October 28, 2012

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The Hispanic Community in Oklahoma

There are more than 51,000,000 Hispanics in the United States, and almost half of them are eligible voters. That's 11% of the voting population. About 332,000 Hispanics reside in Oklahoma, and although they are a small voting bloc, their impact on Oklahoma's economy and culture is unmistakable. Joining us to talk about the rise of Hispanics in Oklahoma are: Ron J. Jackson, Jr., staff reporter for Oklahoma Watch, and Giovanni Perry, member of the League of United Latin American Citizens.

Related Topics: Government, Politics, Race & Ethnicity, Social Issues, Health, Education

Originally broadcast on October 21, 2012

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Politics and Language

Political wordsmiths work overtime this time of year. The right words can convince voters to rally behind a candidate. The wrong words can push voters away. But how do candidates choose their words, and how do they use them? listen up, we're going to tell you how it works, today, with our guests: Kim Gaddie, Editor of Social Sciences Quarterly. Dr. Richard Johnson, Interim Assistant Dean, Petree College of Arts and Sciences, & Professor of Political Sciences at Oklahoma City University. And, in Tulsa, Mark Brewin, Chair of the Faculty of Communication & Associate Professor of Communication at Tulsa University.

Related Topics: Business & Economy, Government, Politics, Education, Media, Opinion

Originally broadcast on October 30, 2011

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Political Polling

We discuss recent polling in the presidential race, how polling is conducted and how it is used in elections with: Pat McFerron, President, Cole Hargrave Snodgrass & Associates Keith Gaddie, Professor of Political Science, University of Oklahoma Bill Shapard, Jr., Chief Executive Officer, Sooner Poll

Originally broadcast on October 14, 2012

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Jobs and the Economy

We discuss the biggest issue on the campaign trail - jobs and the economy with: Mickey Hepner, Dean, College of Business, University of Central Oklahoma Richard McPherson, Executive Director, Oklahoma Employment Security Commission Russell Evans, Director, Steven C. Agee Economic Research and Policy Institute, Oklahoma City University Meinders School of Business

Originally broadcast on October 7, 2012

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Affordable Care Act

We discuss one of the top issues in the election – the Affordable Care Act – with: Andrew Spiropoulos, Professor of Law and Director of the Center for the Study of State Constitutional Law and Government, Oklahoma City University School of Law Rick Tepker, Professor of Constitutional Law, University of Oklahoma College of Law

Related Topics: Government, Politics, Health

Originally broadcast on September 23, 2012

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The Constitution and Politics

On the 225th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution, we discuss constitutional issues and politics with: Lyn Entzeroth, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Law Professor, Tulsa University College of Law Marc Blitz, Professor of Law, Oklahoma City University School of Law Rick Tepker, Professor of Law, University of Oklahoma College of Law Kyle Harper, Director, Institute for the American Constitutional Heritage, University of Oklahoma

Related Topics: Health Care & Illnesses, Government, Politics, Health

Originally broadcast on September 16, 2012

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Democratic National Convention

We discuss the Democratic National Convention and this fall’s presidential election campaign with: Pat McGuigan, Editor, CapitolBeatOK Ben Odom, former Vice-Chair, Oklahoma Democratic Party Holly Wall, News Editor, This Land Press Larry Stein, Radio Host and Political Commentator

Originally broadcast on September 9, 2012