April 2005 Volume 12 Number 4
- In Memory
- April 01, 2005
- It's never easy to say goodbye to a great friend. We regret to inform OCPA members that Dr. Ed Calhoon passed away on February 27 at his home in Beaver, Oklahoma. When Ed joined our Board of Trustees in 1998 he had already established a great reputation throughout the state and nation for his involvement in many notable worthwhile endeavors. His recognitions and ... Read More >
- Quote Unquote
- April 01, 2005
- ?Politicians who quickly dismiss the TABOR-style approach by simply pointing to perceived flaws in Colorado risk alienating voters who approve of what appears to be a common-sense approach to ;vernment: ;vernment should not grow faster than the state as a whole. ... Oklahoma?s elected leaders must recognize that Oklahoma is still a populist state with a high level of disda... Read More >
- Trial by Fury: Lawsuit Abuse is Economically, Morally Corrosive
- April 01, 2005
- When someone has caused harm to another, it is right that he or she rectify the situation. In many cases, the resolution comes without appeal to any other authority. The two parties simply work things out and reconcile. In other circumstances, the parties are unable to come to agreement and, following the mandate of Christ in Matthew 18, look to a mediator to rest... Read More >
- Open House a Grand Event
- April 01, 2005
- Friends and supporters were invited to see our new headquarters at our open house on March 1. The evening's reception brought many legislators, business executives, and community leaders together to tour the facility and meet with OCPA staff. More than 135 guests dropped by, leading OCPA president Mark Nichols to comment that "the evening was grander than we ever imag... Read More >
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