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Books by and about 2024 presidential candidates |
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Hillbilly Elegy,
by JD Vance (2017) |
Crippled America,
by Donald J. Trump (2015) |
Fire and Fury,
by Michael Wolff (2018) |
Trump Revealed,
by Michael Kranish and Marc Fisher (2016) |
The Making of Donald Trump,
by David Cay Johnston (2016) |
Promise Me, Dad ,
by Joe Biden (2017) |
The Book of Joe ,
by Jeff Wilser (2019; biography of Joe Biden) |
The Truths We Hold,
by Kamala Harris (2019) |
Smart on Crime,
by Kamala Harris (2010) |
Becoming,
by Michelle Obama (2018) |
Higher Loyalty,
by James Comey (2018) |
The Making of Donald Trump,
by David Cay Johnston (2017) |
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Book Reviews |
(from Amazon.com) |
(click a book cover for a review or other books by or about the presidency from Amazon.com)
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2026 Oklahoma Gubernatorial race: debates and news coverage
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from 2026 OK Governor's race (number of quotes indicated):
- Charles McCall (10) Oklahoma Republican Challenger
- Connie Johnson (3) Oklahoma Democratic candidate for Oklahoma Governor
- Cyndi Munson (23) Oklahoma Democratic Challenger
- Gentner Drummond (15) Oklahoma Republican challenger
- Jake Merrick (5) Oklahoma Republican Challenger
- Mike Mazzei (30) Oklahoma Republican Challenger
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Oklahoma 2026 Gubernatorial debates and race coverage:
- News 9, "Who should I vote for? Leading Oklahoma Governor candidates at a glance," By Haley Hetrick & Anna Denison, June 10, 2026, (Link)
- The Journal Record, "Mazzei wants to bring financial skills to Oklahoma Governor's Office," by Barbara Hoberock, June 4, 2026, (Link)
- Oklahoma Voice, "Mazzei wants to bring financial skills to Oklahoma Governor's Office," by Barbara Hoberock, June 3, 2026, (Link)
- KJRH, "AG Drummond reaches settlement with DOJ, will release Oklahoma voter rolls," Mar 24, 2026, (Link)
- KOSU, "Drummond praises EPA proposal to roll back Biden-era rule on industrial chemical accident prevention," by Chloe Bennett-Steele, StateImpact Oklahoma, February 24, 2026, (Link)
- KOCO, "Republican candidates address abortion at Oklahoma forum," by Jason Burger, Feb 19, 2026, (Link)
- News 9, "Mike Mazzei Talks 2026 Oklahoma Governor Run," by Haley Hetrick, December 8, 2025, (Link)
- KOCO News 5 ABC, "Oklahoma gubernatorial candidates support legislative control of Flock cameras," by Jason Burger, Nov 20, 2025, (Link)
- FOX23, "Oklahoma Military Heritage Foundation names Gentner Drummond Air Force Legacy Veteran of the Year," Nov 12, 2025, (Link)
- KGOU, "Oklahoma attorney general attacks managed Medicaid in letter to OHCA director," by Jillian Taylor, October 24, 2025, (Link)
- News 9, "A.G. Drummond orders audit of Oklahoma State Department of Education after Walters' resignation," by Graham Dowers, October 1, 2025, (Link)
- NonDoc, "Legal roundup: Drummond weighs in on abortion, drag; feds rule prosecutors must prove 'Indian status'," by Tristan Loveless Derrick James, and Andrea Hancock, September 16, 2025, (Link)
- KOSU, "Flat budgets, tax cuts and priorities: lawmakers balance agendas with finances, economic uncertainty," by Lionel Ramos, April 29, 2025, Link
- KOSU (NPR), "Mike Mazzei launches bid for governor, vows education reform and tax cuts," by Luisa Clausen, April 4, 2025, (Link)
- OK Energy Today, "Oklahoma House approves wind tower setback bill," by Jerry Bohnen, March 26, 2025, Link
- Oklahoma Voice, "Bill would repeal controversial immigration law, create new felony for undocumented Oklahomans," by Emma Murphy, February 27, 2025, Link
- FOX25, "Oklahoma bill aims to raise compensation for those wrongfully convicted," by Paige Taylor, February 9, 2025, Link
- Charles McCall: Oklahoma House of Representatives Press Release, "House Adjourns Sine Die After Historic Conservative Achievements," May 30, 2024,Link
- OU Daily, "Oklahoma governor to see bill banning DEI initiatives at state-funded universities," by Emma Murphy, May 7, 2025, Link
- KOSU, "Former lawmaker Jake Merrick joins race for Oklahoma Governor," by Lionel Ramos, May 1, 2025, Link
- News 9, "Former Oklahoma House Speaker defends religious charter school in wake of Supreme Court hearing," by Alex Cameron & Graham Dowers, April 30th 2025, Link
- NBC News, "A battle over religion and schools in Oklahoma could decide the future of the First Amendment," by Lawrence Hurley, March 29, 2025, (Link)
- Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs, "Stitt issues executive order targeting Chinese influence," by Ray Carter, June 14, 2024, Link
- Oklahoma Voice, "Oklahoma AG Drummond pushing for Congress to cut ties with UN aid group in Gaza ," by Kyle Dunphey, May 9, 2024, (Link)
- OK Rep. Charles McCall: Oklahoma House of Representatives, "Speaker McCall Condemns Latest Attack on Israel, Reaffirms Oklahoma's Support," Apr 13, 2024,Link
- Oklahoma Voice, "McCall unveils details of his Oklahoma illegal immigration bill," by Barbara Hoberock, April 11, 2024, Link
- KGOU, "Oklahoma House Republicans advance so-called 'Don't Say Gay' education bill," by Beth Wallis, March 22, 2023, Link
- The Oklahoman, "Political fight brewing after Oklahoma issues first gender neutral birth certificate," by Carmen Forman, 10/21/21, Link
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| OnTheIssues.org excerpts: (click on issues for details)
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Abortion
Cyndi Munson: Put repeal of state abortion ban on the ballot.
Gentner Drummond: Limit prosecutions to elective or on-demand abortion.
Jake Merrick: Different DNA means mom & fetus are distinct & separate.
Mike Mazzei: I am opposed to abortion in all circumstances.
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Budget & Economy
Charles McCall: Good budget funds core services & decreases spending .
Cyndi Munson: We understand that a flat budget is a cut.
Gentner Drummond: Ordered investigative audit of state education department.
Mike Mazzei: Cut unnecessary government programs and restrain spending.
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Civil Rights
Charles McCall: Opposed allowing state to issue nonbinary birth certificates.
Cyndi Munson: "Don't Say Gay" bill harms LGBTQ Oklahomans.
Gentner Drummond: Limit girls' and women's sports to biological females.
Mike Mazzei: Critical of DEI initiatives.
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Corporations
Gentner Drummond: Hold companies financially accountable for wronged consumers.
Cyndi Munson: Across the state, home insurance is too high.
Mike Mazzei: Insurance companies must fulfill their responsibilities.
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Crime
Cyndi Munson: Increase compensation for those wrongfully convicted.
Charles McCall: Supports law-and-order policies with tougher action.
Connie Johnson: Reduce incarceration; increase rehabilitation.
Cyndi Munson: Focus on prevention & mental healtj, not law enforcement.
Mike Mazzei: Using Flock cameras lay foundation for surveillance state.
Mike Mazzei: Wants tougher action against Mexican cartels.
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Drugs
Gentner Drummond: He has shut down thousands of illegal marijuana operations.
Mike Mazzei: Marijuana industry out of control; tied to criminal networks.
Mike Mazzei: Stronger action against marijuana operations & cartels.
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Education
Cyndi Munson: End the current school voucher scheme .
Charles McCall: Parents have right to choose the path for their children.
Gentner Drummond: Establish portal to simplify school choice for families.
Gentner Drummond: Sued to block creation of religious charter school.
Connie Johnson: Public education is key to improving Oklahoma’s future.
Jake Merrick: Increase parental involvement and local control.
Mike Mazzei: Ensure parents know what their children are being taught.
Mike Mazzei: Prioritize statewide literacy initiative.
Cyndi Munson: Make critical investments for our public schools.
Jake Merrick: Arm our teachers: ensure our schools are hard targets.
Mike Mazzei: I support school choice because parents know what's best.
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Energy & Oil
Cyndi Munson: Wind tower setback bill tantamount to a ban.
Mike Mazzei: Giveaway to wind power companies was green energy scam.
Cyndi Munson: All-of-the-above energy approach: oil, gas, wind, solar.
Mike Mazzei: I killed some of the wasteful green energy programs.
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Environment
Gentner Drummond: EPA's Risk Management Program engaged in egregious overreach.
Cyndi Munson: Opposes aluminum smelter, in Inola or anywhere in state.
Mike Mazzei: Supports Inola aluminum smelter, for jobs & financial boon.
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Families & Children
Charles McCall: Put state money into crisis pregnancy centers.
Gentner Drummond: Cherish the two- and three-year-olds.
Mike Mazzei: I believe in two genders; no boys in girls' sports.
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Foreign Policy
Charles McCall: Oklahoma has reaffirmed our state's support for Israel.
Charles McCall: Don't allow foreign adversaries to purchase land in state.
Gentner Drummond: Stop funding UN agency overseeing Palestinian refugees.
Cyndi Munson: Discuss the challenges of being Jewish in Oklahoma.
Mike Mazzei: Prohibit foreign governments/companies owning local land.
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Free Trade
Mike Mazzei: Keep restrictions on beef imports to protect ranchers.
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Government Reform
Gentner Drummond: Oklahoma cooperates with efforts to eliminate voter fraud.
Mike Mazzei: Sunset outdated regulations that hurt entrepreneurs.
Cyndi Munson: I will respect and protect tribal sovereignty.
Mike Mazzei: Role of governor is to be a tough but fair negotiator.
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Gun Control
Jake Merrick: Expand gun rights for convicted felons.
Mike Mazzei: Supports guns in the state Capitol.
Mike Mazzei: Second Amendment is not permission; it is a right.
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Health Care
Cyndi Munson: Lower costs of prescription drugs & health insurance.
Gentner Drummond: Criticizes failures within the managed Medicaid care system.
Mike Mazzei: Opposes Medicaid expansion; state can't afford it.
Cyndi Munson: Fought to protect Medicaid expansion in Oklahoma.
Mike Mazzei: Address the waste, fraud, and abuse in the current system.
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Homeland Security
Gentner Drummond: Inducted into Oklahoma's Military Hall of Honor.
Mike Mazzei: Abolish property taxes for veterans.
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Immigration
Charles McCall: Proposed fining illegal immigrants, prison for 2nd offense.
Cyndi Munson: Bills on undocumented generate fear, impacts all of us.
Gentner Drummond: Secure the border, deport illegals, stop the flow of drugs.
Mike Mazzei: Border is both a public safety and national security issue.
Cyndi Munson: Make sure laws actually protect Oklahomans.
Mike Mazzei: I will do whatever is necessary to support border security.
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Jobs
Cyndi Munson: Inclusion programs partially why she was able to be elected.
Cyndi Munson: We have to increase the minimum wage.
Mike Mazzei: End income tax, instead of raising minimum wage.
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Principles & Values
Cyndi Munson: 1st Asian-American woman elected to the Oklahoma Legislature.
Mike Mazzei: Woke ideology a place where God is chiseled from monuments.
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Tax Reform
Cyndi Munson: Provide tax relief to middle class and working families.
Gentner Drummond: Lower the tax burden and lower the cost of living.
Charles McCall: Eliminate personal income tax; freeze property tax.
Mike Mazzei: Eliminate property tax for seniors and veterans.
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Technology
Charles McCall: Invest in roads and bridges and other core infrastructure.
Cyndi Munson: Day One: moratorium on any new data center projects.
Mike Mazzei: We need for guardrails for data centers.
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Welfare & Poverty
Connie Johnson: Focus on affordability and access to affordable housing.
Cyndi Munson: Expand EITC; invest in working families.
Jake Merrick: Limit government growth to lower family costs.
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The above quotations are from 2026 Oklahoma Gubernatorial race: debates and news coverage.
Gov. Stitt term-limited in 2026:
OK 2026 Gubernatorial debate:
vs.Gentner Drummond(R)
vs.Mike Mazzei(R)
vs.Jake Merrick(R)
vs.Charles McCall(R)
vs.Cyndi Munson(D nominee)
vs.Connie Johnson(D,lost primary)
Past gubernatorial races:
OK 2022 Gubernatorial debate:
 Incumbent Kevin Stitt(R)
vs.former State Sen. Ervin Yen(Independent)
vs.State Superintendent Joy Hofmeister(D nominee)
vs.former State Sen. Constance Johnson(D,lost primary)
2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial debate,
Gary Richardson (R)
vs.Kevin Stitt(R)
vs.Mick Cornett(R)
vs.Connie Johnson(D)
vs.Scott Inman(D)
vs.Joe Maldonado(L)
vs.Chris Powell(L)
Former gubernatorial races:
2014 Oklahoma gubernatorial Debate
Former contenders:
Joe Dorman (D,2014)
Ernest Istook (R, 2006)
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