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Electoral participation is a cornerstone of our representative democracy. The vote allows citizens to participate in the political process and ensures that elected officials stay accountable to their constituents. Yet in Oklahoma, we have seen low electoral participation and a group of candidates and elected officials who do not reflect the diversity of our population. OK Policy promotes reforms that would help repair our broken democracy by boosting voter turnout and electoral competition.
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Voters need to see the whole movie, not just the final scene
Three out of four Oklahoma voters didn’t vote in June’s primary. In the August runoff, four out of five stayed home. With so many not participating, blaming voters alone misses the point. Oklahomans should ask: What are we doing, or not doing, that leaves so many feeling disconnected from decisions that affect their lives? This More...
Know what’s on your ballot before you vote | SQ 845 & SQ 847 Town Hall
The Nov. 3 general election is your chance to help shape Oklahoma’s future. Before you head to the polls, join the Oklahoma Policy Institute for a free, nonpartisan town hall that will explain the statewide ballot measures and answer your questions. Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026 Doors @ 5:30 p.m. | Program begins @ 6:00 p.m. More...
What’s on the ballot for the November 3, 2026 elections in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma voters will head to the polls for a statewide general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Here’s an overview of what’s on the ballot, and you can find your sample ballots and polling place through the Oklahoma Election Board’s OK Voter Portal. Find My Sample Ballot State Questions – SQ 845 and SQ 847 More...
State Question 847 – Changing assessment caps for property tax
State Question 847 would lower Oklahoma’s assessment caps for property taxes beginning in 2027. These caps limit how much a property’s assessed value can increase each year for tax purposes; property taxes are calculated on this assessed value. More...
What we know about Oklahoma’s 2020 legislative elections
As the June 30th primaries approach, we already know that the 2020 elections will look very different than 2018. Here are five things we know about the upcoming races and their implications within the Oklahoma Legislature. More...
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