Author: Annie Taylor

Annie Taylor // ataylor@okpolicy.org

Annie Taylor joined OK Policy as a Digital Communications Associate/Storybanker in April 2022. She studied journalism and mass communication at the University of Oklahoma, and was a member of the Native American Journalists Association. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Strategic Communications from the University of Central Oklahoma. While pursuing her degree, she worked in restaurant and retail management, as well as freelance copywriting and digital content production. Annie is an enrolled member of the Choctaw Nation, and holds a deep reverence for storytelling in the digital age. She was born and raised in southeast Oklahoma, and now lives in Oklahoma City with her dog, Melvin.

Recent Articles

Weekly Wonk: Ryan Walters was a test; Oklahoma leaders flunked | A look at potential improvements to Oklahoma’s criminal justice system | The government shutdown is hurting a lot of people. Leadership is needed.

By: Annie Taylor
October 19, 2025 // Updated: October 17, 2025
What’s up this week at Oklahoma Policy Institute? The Weekly Wonk shares our most recent publications and other resources to help you stay informed about Oklahoma. Numbers of the Day and Policy Notes are from our daily news briefing, In… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Oklahoma cities celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day | Raising the minimum wage could reduce eviction rates | Interim study looks at potential improvements to Oklahoma’s criminal justice system

By: Annie Taylor
October 14, 2025 // Updated: October 14, 2025
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Oklahoma Highway Patrol, ICE target truckers in I-40 sweep | State Superintendent to officially resign today. What happens to his Bible mandate, others? | Tracing the rise and resignation of Ryan Walters

By: Annie Taylor
September 30, 2025 // Updated: September 30, 2025
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: State Supt. calls for Turning Point USA chapter at every high school | Controversial Oklahoma turnpike route will shift westward | Immigrants power our economy. SQ 832 can ensure they earn fair wages.

By: Annie Taylor
September 24, 2025 // Updated: September 24, 2025
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Operation SAFE Displacements Add Barriers to Resources | Oklahoma’s Congressional delegation warned against lapse in medical insurance subsidy | Petition seeks constitutional amendment to guarantee every idea a vote in the Oklahoma Legislature

By: Annie Taylor
September 23, 2025 // Updated: September 23, 2025
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: SQ 836 open primary ballot petition OK’d by State Supreme Court | Anti-trans ads already making an appearance in gubernatorial primary | Fact-checking Oklahoma officials on efforts to clear Tulsa’s homeless camps

By: Annie Taylor
September 17, 2025 // Updated: September 17, 2025
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: State Supreme Court puts new social studies standards on hold | Ryan Walters orders moment of silence for Charlie Kirk, many school districts opt out | Breaking Oklahoma’s cycle of incarceration requires coordinated efforts, investments

By: Annie Taylor
September 16, 2025 // Updated: September 16, 2025
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Push to shutter homeless camps ongoing, could spread to other parts of Oklahoma | Four of Stitt’s political appointees are resigning, one as AG sends a critical letter | Minco school bus crash reignites debate on school bus seat belts

By: Annie Taylor
September 10, 2025 // Updated: September 10, 2025
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: New report finds raising Oklahoma’s minimum wage would benefit public safety, save taxpayers millions | Federal judge blocks in-state tuition for unauthorized migrant students in Oklahoma | How SB 1027 silences Oklahoma voters

By: Annie Taylor
September 3, 2025 // Updated: September 3, 2025
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]

In The Know: Oklahomans brace for SNAP cuts | Proposed HUD timeline puts working families at risk of eviction, homelessness | Housing is out of reach for working Oklahomans, seniors and people with disabilities

By: Annie Taylor
August 20, 2025 // Updated: August 21, 2025
In The Know is your daily briefing on Oklahoma policy-related news. OK Policy encourages the support of Oklahoma’s state and local media, which are vital to an informed citizenry. Inclusion of a story does not necessarily mean endorsement by the… Read more [More...]