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Oklahoma lawmaker refers to LGBTQ people as ‘filth’

An Oklahoma state senator is facing criticism for reportedly calling LGBTQ people “filth” following the sudden death of a 16-year-old non-binary student a day after being assaulted at school. “I represent a district in Oklahoma that doesn’t want filth,” Sen. Tom Woods (R-Westville) can be heard saying during a congressional debate. According to an audio […]

Oklahoma looks to eliminate state tax on purchases of gun safes, lockboxes, and trigger locks

A bill introduced by a Democratic state senator from Oklahoma would include firearm safety devices in legislation exempting them from state taxes. state senator jo anna dossett (D) Introduction SB1476“Gun safes and gun safety equipment purchases will be exempted from sales tax,” the official document states. The goal is reportedly to encourage more Oklahomans to […]

Oklahoma official trolls PETA by taking bite out of burger

Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters Said He received a letter from PETA asking him to display the 10 Commandments of Veganism in his classroom. In response, Walters took a bite of his hamburger and trolled the group. “The burgers here in Oklahoma are the best,” he declared, telling the group, “You’re welcome for lunch.” PETA […]

Oklahoma drag queen elementary school principal, Shane Murnan, resigns amid outrage

The principal of an elementary school in Oklahoma, who also had a career as a drag queen and was indicted on child pornography charges, has resigned, education officials announced this week. Dr. Shane Murnane, who appeared as a drag queen named “Chantelle Mandalay,” served as principal at John Glenn Elementary School in Oklahoma City after […]