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Muskogee Phoenix Endorses Mary Fallin for Oklahoma Governor

2010-10-29T09:24:00.000-05:00

The Muskogee Phoenix endorsed Mary Fallin for Oklahoma governor. The Phoenix wrote: Governor: Vote Mary Fallin. In a race with two very strong candidates, Fallin gets the nod over Jari Askins. Fallin has a better vision and a sense of urgency. We need someone who is ready to take action and move Oklahoma forward. Fallin has the experience as a state representative and lieutenant governor. The

Enid News & Eagle Endorses Mary Fallin for Oklahoma Governor!

2010-10-28T09:47:00.000-05:00

The Enid News and Eagle endorsed Mary Fallin for Oklahoma governor: When looking at the priorities the state has to deal with — the overall budget shortfall, education funding, road and bridge priorities and the need to keep Oklahoma on solid footing in economic development, we give the nod to both Republicans to lead the top of the ticket and join the Republican-led Legislature in seeing what

JC Watts Endorses Mary Fallin for OK Governor

2010-10-27T16:45:00.000-05:00

Fallin for Governor Caravan Barnstorming the State on Saturday!

2010-10-27T11:21:00.001-05:00

On Saturday, October 30, we're sending teams all across Oklahoma for the Fallin for Governor Caravan. Nine teams will start in various locations across the state. All together, we'll be hitting more than 50 towns Saturday morning to energize our supporters and to remind people to vote for Mary on Tuesday. Click here for a complete list of the towns, times and locations of the stops along the

National Veterans Group Endorses Mary Fallin for Oklahoma Governor

2010-10-26T15:40:00.000-05:00

In a recent letter, the National Vietnam and Gulf War Veterans Coalition endorsed Mary Fallin for Oklahoma governor. The group wrote: Your leadership, patriotism and common sense are especially needed at this particular time in our history when our beloved country is at risk, not only from foreign terrorists, but also from domestic advocates of extreme social and economic "reform" and the

The Oklahoman Endorses Mary Fallin for Oklahoma Governor

2010-10-25T15:12:00.000-05:00

The Oklahoman, the largest news paper in the state, endorsed Mary Fallin for Oklahoma governor. A governor functions as the state's chief economic development official. One factor holding Oklahoma back in economic development is the state's workers' compensation system. Fallin has worked for years to reform the system. She would make reform a top priority. ...The state needs aggressive

Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise Endorses Mary Fallin for OK Governor

2010-10-25T14:39:00.000-05:00

From the Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise Endorsement of Mary Fallin: Regardless the outcome, the 2010 Oklahoma gubernatorial race is, itself, historic. For the first time, both major parties have nominated women for the state’s top job. Both candidates are well qualified, and either would provide much needed leadership that has been sadly lacking since 2002. But we think the edge clearly goes

Mary Fallin for Governor - New TV AD, "Consider This"

2010-10-21T09:33:00.003-05:00

Mary Fallin is consistently conservative. Consider this ... Mary Fallin is the only candidate for Oklahoma governor who has opposed Obamacare, who supports the Arizona immigration law and who will stand up to the Obama administration's failed policies. And Mary is the only candidate with a plan to create jobs, reduce government spending and lower taxes.Watch our newest commercial, "Consider This

Fact Check: Jari Askins is Misleading Voters About Her Record

2010-10-20T15:39:00.000-05:00

Oklahoma City - Fallin for Governor Communications Director Alex Weintz issued the following statement today responding to Jari Askins' claim that she has been publicly opposed to President Obama's health care reform plan and cap and trade for over a year: "Jari Askins has finally realized that voters are rejecting her liberal positions on issues and is trying to reinvent herself two weeks

Mary Fallin for Governor - Education Equals Jobs

2010-10-14T10:32:00.002-05:00

Improving our economy and bringing more jobs and prosperity to Oklahoma means improving our schools. Watch our ad below to learn more.

Senator Tom Coburn Endorses Mary Fallin for Governor

2010-10-11T10:37:00.002-05:00

OKLAHOMA CITY – U.S. Senator Tom Coburn officially endorsed Mary Fallin in her race for Oklahoma governor today. “Oklahoma cannot succeed if Washington continues to pursue reckless, big-government spending programs like Obamacare,” said Coburn. “Mary Fallin is the only candidate for governor who opposes the federal takeover of our health care system and will be a governor who stands up to

Fallin Clarifies Statement on SQ 755

2010-10-07T11:39:00.003-05:00

There has been some confusion about where I stand on State Question 755, which would ban Sharia Law from being used in Oklahoma's courts. I support that state question.I have sent the following statement to the Tulsa World, which reported yesterday I was undecided on the issue, to clarify:I oppose the use of either International Law or Sharia Law by our courts to decide cases and I support the

U.S. Sen Jim Inhofe Endorses Mary Fallin for Oklahoma Governor

2010-10-07T11:38:00.000-05:00

OKLAHOMA CITY – U.S. Senator Jim Inhofe officially endorsed Mary Fallin in her race for Oklahoma governor today. He will be spending the day on the campaign trail with Fallin and attending a meet-and-greet reception with her in Marietta. “Mary Fallin is a lifelong conservative with the experience, the vision and the backbone to move Oklahoma forward,” said Inhofe. “As a congresswoman, Mary took

Enid News: Fallin speaks about plans

2010-10-05T10:37:00.000-05:00

From the Enid News: ENID — Oklahoma Republican gubernatorial candidate Mary Fallin outlined the four planks of her Fallin Plan Monday at the Enid Rotary Club. The first plan is to get Oklahoma’s economy working by focusing on jobs and creating a better business climate. She also wants to keep taxes low in the state and as the economy further rebounds, reduce them even more. “Small business

Mary Fallin Talks About the Oklahoma State Budget

2010-10-04T12:20:00.000-05:00

The Oklahoman ran a conversation with Mary Fallin about how she will deal with Oklahoma's budget issues as governor. Below are a couple of responses: How would you work to improve the state's economy? To improve the economy we need to create the best possible environment for job creation. I will do that by working to reduce cost-drivers for business, like excessive workers' compensation costs

From the Blogosphere: OK Gov Race By The Numbers

2010-10-01T11:02:00.000-05:00

The blog, Doyle Pruitt's "Truth in Politics" recently had a post about the Oklahoma governor's race "by the numbers." The blog ran down recent polling numbers, TV commercials and news stories. Click here to read the post.

Oklahomans for Life: Mary Fallin is Pro Life; Askins Record “Mixed”

2010-09-30T11:07:00.000-05:00

From the Oklahomans for Life Monthly Letter: “… Republican Mary Fallin is leaving Congress, where she has had a 100% pro-life voting record throughout her career, to run for governor. She is opposed by Democrat Jari Askins, who had a mixed voting record on the right-to-life issue in the state House of Representatives. “Jari Askins was quoted in a September 11, 2010 Tulsa World article as

Watch Newest Mary Fallin for Governor TV Ad

2010-09-29T16:36:00.002-05:00

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NRA Endorses Mary Fallin for Oklahoma Governor

2010-09-27T10:03:00.000-05:00

NRA-PVF Endorses Mary Fallin for Governor of Oklahoma Fairfax, Va. – The National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund (NRA-PVF) is endorsing Mary Fallin for Oklahoma Governor this November. “The National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund supports Mary Fallin because she is a champion and staunch defender of the Second Amendment freedoms of law-abiding Oklahoma gun owners,” said

Rasmussen: Mary Fallin Hits 60%; Now Up By 26 Points in the Oklahoma Governor Race

2010-09-24T14:19:00.000-05:00

From Rasmussen Reports.com: Republican Congresswoman Mary Fallin has jumped to a 26-point lead over Democrat Jari Askins in Okahoma’s gubernatorial race.The latest Rasmussen Reports statewide telephone survey of Likely Voters shows Fallin picking up 60% support, while Askins, the state’s current lieutenant governor, earns 34% of the vote. One percent (1%) prefer some other candidate, and five

From the Blogosphere: Everybody Wants to Be a Conservative

2010-09-23T14:20:00.000-05:00

The blog, The Conservative Pup, writes about the Oklahoma governor's race: Mary Fallin has stated clearly and without politi-speak her position on illegal immigration. Gov. Jan Brewer has endorsed Mary Fallin. Mary Fallin isn’t afraid to take a stand.Her opponent hasn’t taken a stand, not really. Though I suppose you could make the case that in answering that she does support the Dream Act,

Mary Fallin Receives Tax Fighter Award

2010-09-23T13:49:00.000-05:00

The National Tax Limitation Committee (NTLC) has honored Congressional Representative Mary Fallin with its 111th Congress "Tax Fighter Award." NTLC President Lewis K. Uhler presented the award to Mary Fallin in Washington, saying "Mary Fallin's votes on tax and spending issues in the 111th Congress earned an ‘A' grade and the Tax Fighter Award. "Mary Fallin has led the battle on behalf of

Mary Fallin Embarks on Whistle-Stop Train Tour of Western Oklahoma!

2010-09-17T12:06:00.000-05:00

The Fallin for Governor campaign is pleased to announce that Mary Fallin will embark on an historic, whistle-stop train tour of western Oklahoma to take her message of job creation and fiscal responsibility to five towns in one day of dawn-to-dusk campaigning. The train tour will be held on Monday, September 20. The whistle-stop train tour will chug into Thomas, Clinton, Cordell and Hobart. At

Tulsa Beacon Endorses Mary Fallin for Governor!

2010-09-16T11:54:00.000-05:00

This week, the Tulsa Beacon newspaper endorsed Mary Fallin for governor of Oklahoma saying her record is "unmatched for conservatism." U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin offers the best hope to move Oklahoma forward in a time of fiscal uncertainty and political upheaval.Fallin, who also served in the Oklahoma House and as lieutenant governor with former Gov. Frank Keating, has conservative credentials. For 20

KJRH: Mary Fallin and Jari Askins discuss education in Tulsa Monday

2010-09-14T11:14:00.000-05:00

KJRH in Tulsa covered the candidate forum at Educare Tulsa: U.S Representative Mary Fallin is running on the Republican ticket for governor. "This is a great example of how we can target our money to get the most bang for our buck, helping prepare our children for starting their educational school system," Fallin said. She says the state has to find money already in the budget to support

Mary Fallin Statement on 9/11 Anniversary

2010-09-11T11:32:00.002-05:00

Oklahoma City – Congresswoman Mary Fallin issued the following statement today on the anniversary of September 11, 2001: “Exactly nine years ago the United States was offered a painful reminder that real evil exists. Today, this great nation continues to stand in the gap between that evil and the freedom loving people of the world. This September 11th, my prayers are with those who lost loved

Tulsa Today: Fallin Embarks on Whistle Stop Tour

2010-09-08T13:26:00.000-05:00

Oklahoma gubernatorial candidate Mary Fallin will be embarking on a historic “whistle stop” train tour of western Oklahoma on Monday, September 20, taking her message of job creation and fiscal responsibility to six towns during a dawn-to-dusk day of campaigning. Scheduled to visit Thomas, Clinton, Cordell, Hobart, Snyder and Frederick by train, Fallin will stop in each town to meet residents

NFIB/Oklahoma Endorses Mary Fallin for Governor

2010-09-07T16:10:00.000-05:00

OKLAHOMA CITY – The state office of the National Federation of Independent Business, the nation’s leading small business association, has endorsed Mary Fallin in her campaign for governor of Oklahoma. “Mary Fallin clearly understands the problems facing small business owners, and her commitment to solving them resonates with Oklahoma’s entrepreneurs and family-run companies,” said Benny Vanatta,

Fallin on Jobs Report: “Obama’s Tax and Spend Policies Are Failing Our Citizens”

2010-09-03T11:17:00.002-05:00

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma Republican gubernatorial candidate Mary Fallin released the following statement in response to a Bureau of Labor Statistics Report showing 56,000 jobs lost in the month of August and an increase in the unemployment rate to 9.6%: “Once again, the latest economic indicators are proving what Oklahomans already know in their gut: President Obama’s ‘tax and spend’ policies

FOUND: Fallin Supporters in Little Dixie!

2010-09-03T10:56:00.000-05:00

Mary dropped by David's Mini Mart in Holdenville today to visit with folks about her campaign for governor. She talked about how to improve our economy and bring more jobs to all of Oklahoma. She even found a couple of supporters in Little Dixie, the traditional Democratic stronghold in southeastern Oklahoma. All across Oklahoma, people agree with Mary that she's the best choice for our next

Mitt Romney Endorses Mary Fallin

2010-08-27T10:11:00.000-05:00

Mitt Romney, former presidential candidate and Massachusetts governor, announced today his list of endorsements of Oklahoma candidates, including Mary Fallin for Oklahoma governor. Romney's political committee, Free and Strong America, announced the news today in a press release. Click here to read the Free and Strong America press release.

Mississippi Governor Haley Barbour Campaigns with Mary Fallin

2010-08-25T11:37:00.000-05:00

TULSA – Mississippi Governor and Republican Governors Association Chairman Haley Barbour was in Tulsa to campaign for Oklahoma Republican gubernatorial candidate Mary Fallin. The two addressed the media together at the Summit Club before a fundraiser held in support of the Fallin for Governor Campaign. Barbour, who is leading the Republican effort to win 37 governorships this year said, “We

Mary Fallin and Jari Askins Agree to Oklahoma Gubernatorial Debates

2010-08-20T16:30:00.000-05:00

The campaigns for Republican gubernatorial nominee Mary Fallin and Democratic gubernatorial nominee Jari Askins are jointly announcing they have agreed to two presidential-style campaign debates. The first debate will be sponsored and hosted by the University of Central Oklahoma on October 18, 2010. The Tulsa Metro Chamber will sponsor the second debate on October 28, 2010 on the campus of

Chickasha Express-Star: Economy foremost on Fallin's mind

2010-08-20T09:44:00.000-05:00

Congresswoman Mary Fallin said when she's asked why she would want to leave Washington and run for the Oklahoma governor's office, her response is, "Why wouldn't I?" "I believe it's our nation's governors that will get us back on track," she said, during a recent campaign stop in Chickasha. And, getting not just the nation back on track but Oklahoma's economy and general well-being is foremost

Political Realities blog: "Interview with Mary Fallin"

2010-08-17T15:59:00.000-05:00

Recently, Mary conducted a Q&A with the Oklahoma-based blog, Political Realities. Below is an excerpt from the interview: 2. Given that the current administration in Washington seems reluctant to enforce immigration laws, how do you feel is the best way for Oklahoma officials to work to reduce illegal immigration in our state?The best way to combat illegal immigration is to give law

Yard-Sign Building Party in Oklahoma City!

2010-08-17T10:52:00.000-05:00

Join other Fallin supporters and volunteers for a yard-sign building party at the Oklahoma City campaign office on Thursday. The campaign recently received a shipment of more than 13,000 yard signs and they must be put together before we can get them out the door. Please join us this Thursday (8/19) from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Oklahoma City campaign office, 4308 N. Classen Blvd., for the party.

Volunteer for the Fallin campaign and you could win tickets to the Hannity Freedom Concert in Tulsa

2010-08-16T11:45:00.000-05:00

Fox News Channel host Sean Hannity is bringing his 2010 Freedom Concert to Tulsa this Friday and you could win tickets to the show! The Fallin for Governor campaign is giving away two tickets to the concert at our Tulsa office. To be eligible for the tickets, show up for our volunteer night on Thursday. We will randomly select one person who volunteers at our office that

Tulsa Beacon: Brogdon endorses Mary Fallin

2010-08-12T14:10:00.000-05:00

The Tulsa Beacon this week covered Mary Fallin's recent endorsement from state Sen. Randy Brogdon. State Senator Randy Brogdon has endorsed U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin, who defeated Brogdon in the July 27 Republican primary for governor.Fallin faces Lt. Gov. Jari Askins, who narrowly defeated Attorney General Drew Edmondson in the Democrat primary. In the GOP race, Fallin got 54.7 percent compared to

Mary Fallin Interview with The Otter Limits blog

2010-08-12T10:53:00.000-05:00

Mary Fallin recently conducted an interview via e-mail with the blog The Otter Limits. Here are a couple of questions: 1. Why are you running for Governor of the State of Oklahoma?I am running for governor to restore principled, conservative leadership to the governor’s office. For too long, we’ve been without a leader whose focus has been on job growth and fiscal discipline. I plan on being

From the Blogosphere: 2nd Amendment in Oklahoma Governor's Race

2010-08-12T09:41:00.000-05:00

The blog, Voices from the Heartland, weighs in on the Oklahoma gubernatorial race and the Second Amendment. As many voters around the Country understand, Oklahoma is a very pro-2nd amendment state.As an example in 2004, we had a Democrat Congressman Carson who ran against Dr. Coburn for the Senate seat. We learned he was bringing out his old pick-up truck the gun rack in the back window as a prop

Mary Fallin: Why I Said "No" to More Bailouts

2010-08-11T10:50:00.000-05:00

Dear Friends, Yesterday, House Speaker Pelosi called an emergency vote on a $26 billion plan to "bailout" state budgets. I cancelled several campaign events so I could return and cast a resounding "NO" vote. I opposed this plan, like I opposed similar wasteful spending measures, for one simple reason: we cannot keep printing and borrowing money and calling it "stimulus." Whether it's the

McAlester News-Capital: Fallin: Jobs is Job 1

2010-08-10T10:35:00.000-05:00

McALESTER — Jobs. If Oklahomans can only create more jobs, Republican gubernatorial candidate Mary Fallin says that many of the state’s other problems will take care of themselves. Funding for areas such as education, law enforcement and corrections will increase if more Oklahomans are able to find jobs, Fallin said. One way Fallin says she would help in that area is by trying to reduce the

Read the Latest Campaign Update from Mary Fallin

2010-08-09T13:45:00.000-05:00

Click here to read the latest update e-mail from the Fallin for Governor campaign. In the update, you can read about Senator Randy Brogdon's endorsement of Mary Fallin's campaign, about the latest gubernatorial poll results and more. To sign up for updates from the Fallin for Governor campaign, click here.

Tulsa World: "Fallin says her family life shows her political strength"

2010-08-09T09:40:00.000-05:00

OKLAHOMA CITY (Tulsa World) — During her first campaign for elected office in 1990, Mary Fallin fought morning sickness while caring for her 3-year-old daughter and working full time. The Republican nominee for governor remembers the physical and mental toll it took: "At the primary, I was eight months pregnant and 40 pounds heavier. It wasn't an easy campaign. One week after my son was born, I

Mary Fallin Opposes Pelosi's Latest 'Bail Out' Vote

2010-08-05T15:49:00.000-05:00

Mary Fallin's statement on House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's latest bail-out vote: "It is clear to me that, unfortunately, Speaker Pelosi has the votes she needs to easily pass yet another bailout bill next week. I am opposed to such a plan for the same reason I have opposed other big spending measures supported by congressional liberals: we cannot keep printing and borrowing money and calling it '

Randy Brogdon Endorses Mary Fallin for Oklahoma governor

2010-08-04T13:00:00.000-05:00

Fallin Hails Boeing Move to Oklahoma, Says Reforms Needed to Keep Momentum

2010-08-03T16:31:00.000-05:00

Republican gubernatorial candidate Mary Fallin praised Boeing officials for their recent decision to move 550 California engineering jobs to Oklahoma, but she also cautioned that without further reforms to the state’s workers’ compensation and tort systems, future jobs could go elsewhere. “The good news is we won this round, but the less good news is that we are still

Win Tickets to See Gov. Jeb Bush in OKC!

2010-08-02T14:14:00.001-05:00

The Fallin campaign is pleased to announce that former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush is coming to Oklahoma to campaign for Mary Fallin! Gov. Bush, who implemented educational reforms in his state that are recognized nationally as having transformed Florida schools, gave his endorsement to Mary earlier in the campaign. About Mary, Gov. Bush said, “I know Mary is prepared to reform Oklahoma’s schools and

Watch Mary Fallin on Fox & Friends

2010-08-02T10:11:00.000-05:00

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LifeNews.com: Another Pro-Life Woman Advances

2010-07-30T09:36:00.000-05:00

LifeNews.com, an online news source about pro-life issues, wrote about Mary Fallin's Oklahoma gubernatorial primary victory. In the story, LifeNews.com wrote: During her two terms in office, Fallin co-sponsored the Positive Alternatives Act and Abortion Provider Prohibition Act. She has received awards from the Family Research Council and other groups for her legislative work.Referencing these

Rasmussen Reports: Fallin 57%, Askins 36%

2010-07-29T17:29:00.000-05:00

Today, the Rasmussen Reports, a well-respected and nationally known polling firm, released its first post-primary poll results in the Oklahoma gubernatorial race. In the survey, Rasmussen found that Mary Fallin led Jari Askins 57 percent to 36 percent. Additionally, Rasmussen found: “Republican Congresswoman Mary Fallin holds a sizable lead over Democratic Lieutenant Governor Jari Askins in

Tulsa World - "Historic election: Oklahoma governor a race between two women"

2010-07-29T11:02:00.000-05:00

The Tulsa World writes about the historic nature of the Oklahoma gubernatorial election this fall.OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahomans will elect the state's first female governor this fall in only the fourth race in history where two women have faced off to become a state's chief executive. In Tuesday's party primaries, Democrats nominated Lt. Gov. Jari Askins, while Republicans nominated U.S. Rep. Mary

Thank You Oklahoma! Read Mary's note to supporters

2010-07-28T09:56:00.000-05:00

I’m thrilled to write to you today to thank you for selecting me as the Republican nominee for governor of the great state of Oklahoma! We’re one step closer to electing a conservative leader and taking back the governor's mansion. I want to thank my GOP opponents: state Senator Randy Brogdon, Robert Hubbard and Roger Jackson. We all owe them our respect and thanks for putting themselves on the

The Calm Before the Storm!

2010-07-27T17:12:00.000-05:00

The Fallin for Governor election night watch party around 5 p.m. Tuesday.

Vote Today for Mary Fallin!

2010-07-27T09:41:00.002-05:00

The polls are open in Oklahoma from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Be sure to vote for Mary Fallin for Oklahoma governor today. If you need help finding your polling place, click here to visit the Oklahoma State Election Board.

Tulsa Today Endorses Mary Fallin for Oklahoma Governor

2010-07-26T15:27:00.000-05:00

Tulsa Today announced its endorsement of Mary Fallin for Oklahoma governor. Click here to read Tulsa Today's entire list of endorsements.

Fallin Volunteer At Work!

2010-07-26T15:11:00.000-05:00

Two of our great volunteers, Andrew and Joury, at work waving signs in front of the Oklahoma County Election Board. Thanks so much guys for all your hard work!

From The Oklahoman: Gubernatorial candidate Q&A with Mary Fallin

2010-07-26T10:39:00.000-05:00

The Oklahoman recently ran a Q&A series with the candidates for Oklahoma governor. Here is one of Mary's answers: How would you work to improve the state's economy? As governor, creating more and better jobs will be my number one priority. I'll lead the way by working towards lower taxes on businesses and individuals, reducing government bureaucracy and eliminating the kind of red tape and

Norman Transcript Endorses Mary Fallin for Oklahoma Governor

2010-07-26T09:47:00.000-05:00

The Norman Transcript, on Sunday, endorsed Mary Fallin for Oklahoma governor. On the Republican side, we strongly favor Mary Fallin for the nomination. ... she has served as lieutenant governor and has a good grasp of the issues facing Oklahoma.Click here to read the Transcript's editorial.

Three Days to Go!

2010-07-24T13:47:00.000-05:00

Thanks to our wonderful volunteers and supporters in the office on Saturday! They're making a ton of calls around the state to remind people to vote for Mary Fallin for Governor on Tuesday!

Edmond Sun Endorses Mary Fallin

2010-07-23T10:55:00.000-05:00

The Edmond Sun recently announced an endorsement of Mary for Oklahoma governor. The paper wrote: This next four years won’t be about the governor being the star player on the scene, but someone who can be a coach skillfully guiding other toward progress. Regardless of their party, the next governor must be a true chief executive for the state. As more discussion bubbles to the surface about

VOLUNTEER UPDATE - Help Mary in the Final Hours of the Election!

2010-07-22T11:03:00.000-05:00

The primary election is Tuesday but we need your help NOW! We’re counting on our volunteers to help us execute a winning game plan in these final hours. We need your help with three projects: making calls, waving signs and knocking on doors. All of these are very important as we work to ensure Mary wins on Tuesday! We have lists of voters to call to remind them to vote for Mary on Tuesday.

McCarville Report Weighs in on GOP Primary

2010-07-21T12:54:00.000-05:00

The McCarville Report Online has an interesting take on the Oklahoma gubernatorial GOP primary: Fallin, by any and every account, has a sea of GOP supporters eager to cast their ballots for her. Brogdon has a lake of GOP supporters itching to vote for him. There is a huge difference and it has little to do with the Tea Party or its advocates. It does have a lot to do with the perceived political

Early Voting Begins FRIDAY - Vote for Mary!

2010-07-21T12:24:00.000-05:00

We’re still a few days away from the primary election but you can vote early for Mary starting Friday! In-person, early voting is open on Friday, Saturday and Monday before the primary election. Click here to see a list of county Election Boards to learn where and when you can vote early in your area. We’re facing tough economic times and our lawmakers will have difficult budget problems to

Vote for Mary in Online Poll!

2010-07-21T11:09:00.000-05:00

Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty recently endorsed Mary Fallin's campaign for governor of Oklahoma. Now his Freedom First PAC is holding an online contest for supporters of campaigns which he's endorsed. If Mary wins the Freedom First online poll, the group will help our campaign raise money and will help us with several social media projects. Freedom First also is giving away stuff to those who

Oklahoma Republican Women Legislators Endorse Mary Fallin

2010-07-20T16:48:00.001-05:00

OKLAHOMA CITY – In an open letter sent today, 14 GOP women legislators endorsed Mary Fallin’s campaign for governor. The former and present lawmakers (full list below) cited Mary’s leadership experience, her conservative and pro-life record and her commitment to job creation and small business. The letter reads (excerpt): We are … proud to say that Mary is both pro-family and pro-life. Mary has

Enid News Endorses Mary Fallin for Oklahoma Governor

2010-07-20T09:16:00.004-05:00

The Enid News and Eagle has endorsed Mary's campaign for Oklahoma governor.She has solid conservative credentials most state Republicans are looking for in their gubernatorial candidate. After two stints in Congress, she fully understands how Oklahoma is in the crosshairs of a disastrous national energy agenda and can work to help protect the state’s energy industry and develop new alternative

Evangelical Conservative Leader David Barton Endorses Mary

2010-07-19T13:09:00.005-05:00

OKLAHOMA CITY - David Barton, Christian minister and Republican activist named by Time magazine as one of "25 most influential Evangelicals" today endorsed Mary Fallin in her campaign for governor.In a statement, Barton cited Fallin's commitment to liberty and Constitutional principles."When our Founding Fathers drafted the Constitution, they did far more than lay out a series of legal rights for

Watch Mary's New TV Commercial on the Economy!

2010-07-19T10:02:00.002-05:00

Mary Fallin is 100 percent Pro Life!

2010-07-16T10:58:00.000-05:00

Mary recently filled out a candidate survey from Oklahomans for Life, a leader in our state in pro-life issues. Click here to read the survey and Mary's answers to the group's questions. Mary is 100 percent pro-life. She believes in the right to life and that the unborn have an equal claim to that right as the born. She has a 100 percent rating from the National Right to Life Committee and her

Jeb Bush Endorses Mary Fallin for Okla Governor!

2010-07-14T10:43:00.000-05:00

OKLAHOMA CITY – Jeb Bush, Governor of Florida from 1999 – 2007, today endorsed Mary Fallin for Governor of Oklahoma, citing her conservative record, her leadership experience and her commitment to education reform. “Mary Fallin is a committed conservative with a long record of accomplishment and public service,” said Bush. “As governor, I know Mary will work to bring jobs into the state of

Woodward News: Fallin brings campaign to western Oklahoma

2010-07-13T14:28:00.000-05:00

Woodward, Okla. — Mary Fallin wants to streamline Oklahoma’s state government while still focusing on priorities such as education and job creation. The Congresswoman, who is one of 4 Republicans running for governor of Oklahoma, shared her vision for the office in an interview with The News on Monday afternoon. If elected as governor, Fallin said her priorities would be “creating jobs,

Stop Illegal Immigration NOW! Sign Our Online Petition

2010-07-08T17:08:00.004-05:00

Like many of you, I was outraged to hear this week the Obama administration plans to challenge the new Arizona illegal immigration law.Instead of promoting policies that protect our nation’s borders and enforce our laws, President Obama has chosen to criticize and challenge Gov. Brewer and her state for protecting its citizens by addressing a problem Washington has ignored for far too long. I

KOTV: New Poll Shows Mary Fallin Is Oklahoma's Strongest Candidate For Governor

2010-07-08T15:13:00.003-05:00

UNDATED -- A brand new poll Wednesday confirmed Republican Congresswoman Mary Fallin remains the top pick in the race for Oklahoma governor. In a telephone survey of likely Oklahoma voters, Rasmussen put Fallin against the two Democrats in the field. In a race against Lieutenant Governor Jari Askins, Fallin won with 55% of the vote. Askins received 32%. Fallin's strongest Democratic opponent

Edmond Life and Leisure: Our picks for Oklahoma governor

2010-07-08T15:04:00.000-05:00

The Edmond Life and Leisure newspaper recently announced its endorsement of Mary Fallin in the Oklahoma gubernatorial race. "We endorse with full confidence and excitement our current Fifth District Representative in Congress and former Lt. Governor of the great state of Oklahoma, Mary Fallin, for the Republican nomination in the July 27 primary election. This will also come as no surprise for

AZ Governor Jan Brewer Endorses Mary for OK Governor!

2010-07-07T15:17:00.000-05:00

Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer has announced her support and endorsement of Mary Fallin's bid for Oklahoma governor. In the wake of the Obama administration’s announcement that it will challenge Arizona’s new immigration law in federal courts, Brewer said “At a time when many have been willing to attack the common sense, rule-of-law reforms we've put into place, Mary has stood with the people of

Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty endorses Mary Fallin

2010-06-22T15:17:00.000-05:00

Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty today endorsed Mary Fallin in her bid to become the next governor of Oklahoma. Pawlenty is in Oklahoma City today traveling with Fallin, meeting with local business and community leaders, and is hosting a campaign reception later in the evening. “Mary Fallin has a proven track record of conservative leadership,” Pawlenty said. “She has dedicated the last 20 years

Sarah Palin Endorses Mary Fallin for OK Governor

2010-06-17T15:06:00.000-05:00

OKLAHOMA CITY – Former Alaska governor and vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin announced her support for Mary Fallin's bid for Oklahoma governor today. Palin made the endorsement today on her Facebook page (see today’s entry, “The Nature of Those Tough, Self Sufficient-Bears”), where she wrote: “Mary Fallin is another strong, smart conservative who I am proud to support. Mary is running for

New Ad: "I Love Oklahoma"

2010-06-16T12:20:00.003-05:00

The campaign is up on the air with our first television ad today, and we are very excited about it. The spot highlights Mary's conservative values, her focus on job creation and her leadership experience. Check it out below.

Get a Signed Copy of Karl Rove's New Book!

2010-05-12T13:32:00.000-05:00

We have a signed copy of Karl Rove's new book, "Courage & Consequence," that we're giving away to someone who signs up for our campaign text message updates! To sign up to receive our campaign text message updates, text the words "GOMARY" to the number 68683. Standard text messaging rates apply. You'll become a member of our mobile team and will be among the first to hear important campaign news

Get a Fallin for Governor Yard Sign TODAY!

2010-05-12T09:47:00.000-05:00

We’re less than 80 days away from the primary, so it's time to get our yard signs up in neighborhoods all across Oklahoma. There are a couple of ways to get a yard sign. The best way is to drop by our campaign headquarters at 4308 N. Classen Blvd. in Oklahoma City from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. We also have yard signs available in the Tulsa area during our Tulsa volunteer

Watch a special video of Mary's "Working Across Oklahoma" Tour

2010-05-04T13:05:00.000-05:00

Check out this special video recapping Mary's Working Across Oklahoma tour. The support for Mary and the tour can be seen in our great fundraising numbers and the most-recent polling data – both of which show our campaign is gaining even more momentum. During the tour, Mary was able to spend a lot of time talking with Oklahomans about the issues that concern them and it is clear voters

Join the Thousands Who Have Signed Anti-ObamaCare Petition

2010-04-29T12:07:00.000-05:00

Our online petition to fight ObamaCare has been a huge success! In less than a week, we’ve collected thousands of signatures online … and there’s still time for you to sign if you have not done so. Oklahoma’s top Democrat officials – including Gov. Brad Henry, Lt. Gov Jari Askins and Attorney General Drew Edmondson – remain on the sidelines in the fight to repeal ObamaCare. In fact, because of

Press Release: Fallin Announces Fundraising Record After Successful “Working Across Oklahoma” Tour

2010-04-21T12:44:00.000-05:00

OKLAHOMA CITY – Mary Fallin, Republican candidate for governor, today reported that her fundraising numbers for the first quarter of 2010 came in at approximately $510,000. The number is the most Fallin has ever raised in a quarter and is the most any Oklahoma gubernatorial candidate has raised this election cycle. Her campaign also reported that it now has more than 3,245 individual donors, with

Tax Day

2010-04-15T12:36:00.000-05:00

Tax Day is bearing down on us again and serves as another reminder of the need to reform our outdated tax laws. Going back to my days in the Oklahoma House, I’ve always supported reforms that lessen the tax burden on families and allow them to keep more of their hard-earned money. As a member of Congress, I’ve fought to drastically reduce the capital gains tax, the corporate tax and the estate

Working Across Oklahoma tour wraps up in Tulsa

2010-04-14T09:26:00.004-05:00

We got started in Norman yesterday, which was the last day of the opening round of the Working Across Oklahoma tour. I started off giving a speech at a health care providers’ conference. I talked about how the Obama/Pelosi health care bill is not the answer to meaningful reform. We need to introduce free-market reforms, transparency and competition into the system to lower costs, improve

Today’s job gone to the dogs – Working Across Oklahoma tour

2010-04-12T21:40:00.002-05:00

I’ve had a lot of interesting jobs on the Working Across Oklahoma tour. I drove a bus in Lawton. I made sandwiches at a Love’s in Webbers Falls and I drove a feed truck on a cattle ranch in Guymon. However, I’m sure today’s work stop tops them all in terms of uniqueness. I worked as a vets’ assistant with Rick Reid at his animal clinic in Nowata. Normally, I would be a little nervous when a

Working Across Oklahoma Tour Update

2010-04-09T17:50:00.006-05:00

Looking at the trip odometer this morning, I noticed we’ve traveled 3,600 miles since the Working Across Oklahoma tour started. The days have been long and we’ve spent lots of time on the road, but it’s all been worth it. Today, we started in Oklahoma City where I dropped by the Arts Council to sit in on a meeting about the annual Arts Festival held in downtown Oklahoma City. It looks like the

Honoring our seniors – Working Across Oklahoma tour update

2010-04-08T16:03:00.001-05:00

Today, the schedule was light compared to what we’ve been doing the rest of the time on our Working Across Oklahoma tour. Our stop today was especially meaningful to me. I worked at Sunset Estates nursing home during the summers while I went to Oklahoma State. And later, my mother was a resident in that same nursing home and I spent a great deal of time visiting her there. It was such a relief

Banking on energy in southern Oklahoma – Working Across Oklahoma update

2010-04-07T19:34:00.002-05:00

Today I traveled to the Arbuckle Mountain region of our state for the Working Across Oklahoma tour. We started off with a meet and greet reception this morning at the 77 Grill in Davis with my good friends Skip Healey and Bob Drake. The restaurant is one of those great “highway diners” that serves up delicious home-style food. The turnout was good and we had a pleasant time visiting with folks

On the Air in Western OK – Working Across Oklahoma tour update

2010-04-06T20:40:00.002-05:00

Today, we took the Working Across Oklahoma tour to Western Oklahoma for stops in Weatherford, Cordell, Clinton and Arapaho. As we rolled along Interstate 40, I noticed the trip odometer passed 2,500 miles! We’ve traveled a lot of miles and burned a lot of gasoline on this tour, but it’s been terrific to get out there and work with Oklahomans and talk about what they’d like the next governor to

Working Across Oklahoma - Working with green in Green Country!

2010-04-05T19:30:00.000-05:00

Hello again! Today, I traveled to eastern Oklahoma for the Working Across Oklahoma tour. I always enjoy trips into Green Country and the area is earning its nickname now that we’re into spring! For the first work stop of the day, I worked as a sales clerk and at the sandwich counter in the Love’s Country Store along Interstate 40 in Webbers Falls. The staff was great and welcomed me into their

Farming cattle and wind in the Panhandle – Day Five of Working Across Oklahoma

2010-04-02T18:20:00.000-05:00

Today marks the end of Week One (a long, but enjoyable week) of the Working Across Oklahoma tour. I’ve had the honor of working alongside some great Oklahomans and so far it’s been an incredible trip. This morning, a round of spring thunderstorms kept us from flying to Boise City as planned. Instead, we hopped in the car and drove to our meetings in Guymon. I know a lot of statewide elected

Okie from Muskogee! Day Four of Working Across Oklahoma tour

2010-04-01T18:18:00.000-05:00

I spent the whole day as an “Okie in Muskogee” for day four of our Working Across Oklahoma tour. Our day started off at the Muskogee Regional Medical Center where I worked as a nurse’s aide. I helped administer a health check up to one of the women who worked at the hospital. Turns out, we knew each other. I had hired her to work for me in Tulsa years ago when I was district manager for a

Working Across Oklahoma Day Three: Babies and Big Trucks

2010-03-31T17:44:00.000-05:00

The third day of our Working Across Oklahoma tour took me to Lawton where I worked as a sonographer in a medical office and as a bus driver for the Lawton Area Transit System. Before helping with a sonogram, I spoke with the medical staff at the Bhargava and Bhargava clinic. As you can imagine, they had many thoughts about the Obama/Pelosi big-government health care plan. Though the

Tulsa World: Fallin gets to work on campaign

2010-03-31T11:51:00.000-05:00

Putting on protective goggles, latex gloves and a plastic apron, U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin went to work Tuesday morning at a NORDAM assembly line in north Tulsa. Saying they expected her to do it just long enough to have a picture taken, plant managers deliberately assigned her one of the most labor-intensive jobs — using hand-held power tools to put the final polish on newly manufactured aircraft

Manufacturers Say Decreasing Costs of Business Key for next governor

2010-03-30T19:31:00.004-05:00

The second day of our “Working Across Oklahoma” tour started off bright and early as we drove to Tulsa. The work definitely would be hands as I was going to work as an aerospace technician at Nordam and as a machinist at Webco in Sand Springs. The aerospace industry has been important to me for a long time. As lieutenant governor, I organized our state’s first aerospace summit, which has grown

Working Across Oklahoma Tour off to great start

2010-03-29T17:29:00.006-05:00

Our “Working Across Oklahoma” tour is off to a tremendous success! Working various jobs around the state will give me hands-on experience in different industries and highlight the focus of our campaign for governor: jobs. The first day began early in my hometown, Tecumseh. I visited with many old friends who were there years ago in the same meeting room when I announced my campaign for the

Campaign Kick-off: Fallin's "Working Across Oklahoma" Tour Begins on Monday

2010-03-26T12:08:00.000-05:00

It’s been nearly a year since I announced my intention to run for governor of Oklahoma and in that time it’s become more apparent to me we need an experienced, conservative leader to clear the way for greater economic prosperity and to lead the charge in preserving our freedoms. I am that leader. For 20 years, I have dedicated myself to the service of our great state and no other candidate has

Fallin to Democrat Gov Candidates: Where’s the Leadership?

2010-03-24T14:06:00.001-05:00

OKLAHOMA CITY – Mary Fallin, Republican candidate for governor, today challenged Attorney General Drew Edmondson and Lieutenant Governor Jari Askins to explain to the people of Oklahoma where they stand on President Obama and Nancy Pelosi’s big government takeover of the health care industry. “We have now had months of debate over a bill which will destroy jobs in Oklahoma, injure our economy and