God Only Knows How Much You'll Be Missed

I am the product of a wannabe hippie. While Dad grew an afro for a time, he was far from an actual hippie, but he absolutely loved the music of his generation.The soundtrack of my childhood includes The Doors, The Who and CCR. Dad also loved the folk bands like The Mamas & The Papas and Bob Dylan.

Skeletons rarely stay in the closet

In Numbers 32:23, Moses warns the tribes of Reuben and Gad their unfaithfulness will be exposed. The scripture presents the principle that misbehavior and wrongdoing, deliberate or not, will eventually be discovered and have consequences.

As farm debt grows, loan payments lag

From staff reports American farmers saw their debt grow in early 2025, with more of them falling a little behind on their loan payments, according to the Federal Reserve’s latest Agriculture Finance Report.

Why are we snapping over SNAP?

By James Finck, Ph.D.Last week our nation seemed to split across a metaphorical fault line over the “Big Beautiful Bill.” One side called the measure a masterpiece while the other condemned it as the downfall of our society. Yet, amid all this fighting, our nation experienced a real tragedy.

Constitution 101: Congressional Rules Clause

In July of 2022 U.S. Rep. John B. Larson (D-Conn.) wrote an op-ed in which he called the Senate “the most debilitating threat” to our nation. He was writing about Rule 22 in the Senate which requires 60 votes to take up a House bill.

Passage of ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ proves Republicans can govern

On July 4, President Donald Trump signed into law H.R. 1 aka “The Big, Beautiful Bill.”Introduced on May 16, the legislation was passed by the House on May 22, the Senate on July 1 and the House again on July 3 – record time for a piece of federal legislation of this magnitude.

Too many cooks in the kitchen spoil the broth

By James Finck, Ph.D.Last week after learning about America’s bombing of Iran, two debates emerged: Did we do the right thing?And did President Trump have the legal authority to attack Iran without congressional authority or input?

Medicare, Medicaid funding critical for survival of rural Oklahoma hospitals

To Senators Mullins and Lankford, I am writing to you today with deep concern and a heartfelt request on behalf of the people of southeastern Oklahoma.

We Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of Our United States Army

By James Finck, Ph.D.A I was disappointed June 14 as I saw several social media posts celebrating the low turnout at the military parade honoring of the 250th anniversary of the United States Army in Washington, D.C.

Protect Your Home, Lower Your Premiums

Oklahoma homeowners know all too well the damage high winds and hail can cause each year. That’s why the Strengthen Oklahoma Homes program is a smart investment for your family’s safety and your wallet. This is a new program administered by the Oklahoma Insurance Department.