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Federal Election House District 94 Larry Joplin – Scott Inman YES (to retain in office) U.S. Senate P. Thomas Thornbrugh – James Lankford House District 97 YES (to retain in office) Oklahoma County Election Jason Lowe

Oklahoma County Sheriff State Questions John Whetsel House District 99 George Young S.Q. 776 City-area Legislative Races (death penalty methods) – NO Greg Treat Judicial Retention Votes S.Q. 777 Senate District 47 (right to farm) – neutral State Supreme Court S.Q. 779 House District 82 James R. Winchester – (penny sales tax for common, Kevin Calvey YES (to retain in office) higher and careertech Douglas L. Combs – education) – neutral House District 83 YES (to retain in office) S.Q. 780 Randy McDaniel (sentencing reform) – YES Court of Criminal Appeals S.Q. 781 House District 85 Rob Hudson – (use of savings from Matt Jackson YES (to retain in office) sentencing reform – YES Carlene Clancy Smith S.Q. 790 Oklahoma City Public School school building maintenance (Technology updates, $54.4 House District 92 (to retain in office) (repeal of Section 5 ‘Blaine District Questions (Bonds including air conditioning, million bond) – YES Joe Griffin Amendment’ language) – YES totaling $180 million) safety and general Court of Civil Appeals S.Q. 792 equipment) – YES Proposition No. 3 House District 93 John Fischer – (allow liquor sales in grocery Proposition No. 1 (Transportation Equipment, Mickey Dollens YES (to retain in office) stores) – YES (total bond of $106 million for Proposition No. 2 $19.2 million bond) – YES Dr. Freda Deskin, superintendent and founder of the ASTEC Charter Schools, to receive UCO’s distinguished alumni award Staff Report Dr. Deskin has been an educa- tion leader for over four decades. Freda Deskin, superintendent She taught for 15 years at the pre- and founder of ASTEC Char- collegiate level and nine years at ter Schools, will be honored by the University of Oklahoma. She University of Central Oklahoma served for six years as a univer- (UCO) as a Distinguished Alum- sity dean at OCU until found- ni Award on November 4. The ing ASTEC Charter Schools in recognition will come at a lun- 2000. Deskin has been honored cheon in the George Nigh Uni- numerous times at every level versity Center on the UCO cam- for her teaching and leadership pus. skills and for her community According to a press release commitment. (L-R) Grand Marshall Bob Lemon, rode with his son Chrys Lemon, and Harold Watson in the 2013 OKC Pride Parade while announcing Deskin’s honor, “For According to the release from daughter Robyn Lemon Sellers walked alongside waving a Pride flag. more than 50 years, UCO has ASTEC Charter Schools, “De- Photo by Darla Shelden. honored its most outstanding skin has long been an innova- alumni with the Distinguished Freda Deskin tor in education, impacting hun- Alumni Award. These individu- dreds of thousands of learners. Human rights activist Bob Lemon als truly are Central’s brightest 6-12. Dr. Deskin earned a bach- She established the ‘Oklahoma shining stars. The award rec- elor’s degree in elementary ed- Odyssey of the Mind,’ the Okla- ognizes their outstanding ac- ucation from the University of homa Aerospace Academy, the remembered as an Oklahoma City complishments in education, Central Oklahoma and a mas- International Aerospace Acad- arts and sciences, business/pro- ter’s degree in secondary educa- emy, ‘Team Quest,’ ropes and treasure fessions, community service or tion and a Ph.D. in Instructional leadership programs at both OU university service.” Leadership and Academic Cur- and OCU and co-founded For By Darla Shelden lived in Perryton, Texas and ally focused on the LGBT (les- Dr. Deskin is the Chief Ex- riculum from the University of Youth Initiatives (FYI), a high City Sentinel Reporter were active in their church. bian, gay, bisexual, transgen- ecutive Officer/Founder/Su- Oklahoma (OU), where she was school dropout awareness and They were unabashed liber- der) situation when we learned, perintendent of Advanced Sci- a National Collegiate Scholas- prevention program.” Robert Dell Lemon, advocate al Democrats who believed all to our total amazement, that we ence and Technology Education tic All-American. She holds a In 1985, Deskin was selected for human dignity and equality, people are entitled to both equal were the parents of a gay son.” Charter (ASTEC) Schools in certificate in strategic manage- as a finalist in NASA’s “Teacher died Oct. 22 at his home in Okla- protections under the law and Former Oklahoma Governor Oklahoma City. ASTEC was the ment from Harvard University in Space” project, becoming one homa City. He was 87 years old. universal respect as children David Walters said, “Bob was a first start-up charter school in and has completed additional of only 100 individuals in the Born in Shattuck, Oklaho- of God. They had five children, gentleman who was deeply com- the state and serves nearly 1,000 coursework in finance at Okla- world with the official title of ma, in 1929, Lemon frequently Del, Jim, Chrys, Robyn and Eli mitted to his beliefs. … Not all of inner-city students in grades homa City University (OCU). continued on page 6 stated, “I grew up in West Tex- “Moque.” us have the courage, the gener- as during the dustbowl and the During a 2011 interview with osity, the willingness to sacri- depression, and I’m straight, but The City Sentinel, Lemon re- fice in order to live our lives in a I’m not narrow.” called, “My wife and I visited a similar manner.” First Friday on the Paseo is Friday, Nov. 4 Am OSU graduate, Lemon re- church in Kansas City ... in 1977, Former Oklahoma Corpora- Staff Report ceived his J.D. from the Univer- where we heard a woman read tion Commissioner Jim Roth sity of Texas and practiced oil a letter from her gay son and said, “I always knew Bob to be The Paseo Arts District’s and gas law in both Texas and she told a sad story. She and her an extraordinary gentleman, a First Friday Gallery Walk for Oklahoma. He was a pilot and a husband were forced to leave a man of infinite empathy and a November will take place on 32nd degree Mason. church that they were members moral compass that cared for Friday, Nov. 4, from 6 - 10 p.m. Bob married his soul mate of for sometime. everyone around him. He was Featured this month in the Mary Lou Smith in 1950. They “In 1993, Mary Lou and I re- perhaps the finest man I will Paseo Art Space (3022 Paseo) ever know in my life.” through Nov. 26 is Jann Jef- In 2005, Bob saw the film In- frey’s “Conversations,” new laws & Outlaws, a documen- glass creations and paintings tary which tells the true stories that give shape to the tones and of couples and singles, both gay voices in conversations that and straight. It won the Grand can seem to take on a life of Jury Prize at the deadCENTER their own. Film Festival in Oklahoma City. The street entertainment “When I came to Oklahoma is Stephen Salewon, a singer/ for the festival, Bob and I be- songwriter. He grew up in La- came friends,” said Drew Em- gos, Nigeria and relocated to ery, the film’s director. Lemon Oklahoma City with his fam- signed on as Executive Produc- ily at the age of 13. Influenc- er. The film was dedicated to es from his African roots, Red the memory of Mary Lou, who Dirt Music, likes of Jack John- lost her life to cancer in Decem- son, Mumford and Sons, and ber 2002. Coldplay, lay a foundation for Blue Landscape Nathaniel Batchelder of Okla- the melodic and soulful tunes a broken heart or cut like a our innate desires. A self-proclaimed unabashed liberal, Bob Lemon was always ready to support the homa City’s Peace House said, Democratic party. he considers Indie Folk. His knife; he expresses the attri- Street cuisine offerings for Photo by Darla Shelden. continued on page 2 tales are such they could mend butes within the spectrum of continued on page 13 Page 2 www.city-sentinel.com November 2016 NEWS See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter Plans made for January Human rights activist Bob Lemon JFK Dinner, regional remembered as an Oklahoma City Special Olympics treasure continued from page 1 basketball slated for Nov. “Bob Lemon was simply a grand gentleman gifted with an un- 5 at Santa Fe Family Life common humility and rever- ence for each individual’s life journey.” Center Amy Wheeler, executive di- By Patrick B. McGuigan To donate in support of SF- rector of Hedgebrook a retreat A Special Olympics basketball player Editor FLC, or to help support the for women writers in Washing- runs upcourt during the 2015 Special either the Special Olympics Olympics regional basketball tourna- ton said, “I’ll never forget meet- The 2016 Regional Special event or the January gala, con- ment, held at the Santa Fe Family Life ing Joan Baez with Bob, back- Olympics Basketball Tourna- tact executive director James Center (SFFLC) in Oklahoma City. This stage at the Broadway Cen- ment will be presented and Timberlake via telephone at year’s tourney will be held Saturday, ter in Tacoma. We’d talked our hosted by Santa Fe Family Life 405-840-1817. Nov. 5 from 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. way through the stage door and Photographs from SFFLC. Center in Oklahoma City. The According to the Special when she emerged from her annual event attracting more Olympics Oklahoma website today benefits 10,597 athletes, dressing room, Bob took her Bob Lemon (left) and his son Eli Grayson. (I’ll find out where they are.) Photo provided. than 30 teams from across (sook.org), “Oklahoma’s first with more than 1,700 volunteer hands, and with that unmistak- Oklahoma will unfold on Sat- Special Olympics event was coaches and, in all, 140 sports able …twinkle in his eyes, pro- urday, Nov. 5 from 8:30 a.m. - 3 an athletics competition at the competitions and training clin- ceeded to charm the heck out of p.m. University of Tulsa in 1969. In ics annually. her.” While preparing for the Spe- 1972, Special Olympics Oklaho- The late Eunice Kenne- After a member of the Okla- cial Olympics event, SFFLC ma was incorporated as a 501(c) dy Shriver founded the Spe- homa House said that “gays staff and leadership are mak- (3) non-profit organization and cial Olympics, and organized are worse than terrorists,” Bob ing plans for the annual John F. is governed by a state-wide the first International games placed a full-page ad in The Kennedy Community Service Board of Directors. Special in 1968 at Chicago’s Soldier Oklahoman titled “Father of Awards dinner in early 2017. Olympics Oklahoma is autho- Field. The group is active in all Gay Son Speaks Out.” It read in This year’s gala will honor the rized and accredited by Spe- 50 states worldwide has more part, “These officials do not set mayor of Oklahoma City, a for- cial Olympics, Inc., for the ben- than 4.4 million athletes in 226 good examples. The Christian mer governor and his wife, and efit of citizens with intellectual accredited programs. The late faith, as I understand it, teach- a long-time community philan- disabilities.” Mrs. Shriver was sister of Pres- es that we should love, honor, thropist. Special Olympics Oklahoma ident John F. Kennedy. and respect one another. It also SFFLC, hosting the tourna- teaches kindness and tolerance, ment, is a project of the Colum- and teaches against prejudice, (L-R) Bob Lemon, ‘Inlaws & Outlaws’ director Drew Emery and Bob’s son, Chrys bus Corporation, a 501 c 3 non- hatred, bigotry and violence.” Lemon at a West Hollywood film screening. profit and charitable organiza- Dr. Robin Meyers, Senior Photo credit: True Stories Project. tion. It is a mission of members Minister, Mayflower UCC Phillips Theological Seminary of the Knights of Columbus in Church, said, “He was a human in Tulsa. the state capital area, with vol- being fully alive.” ACLU-OK board member unteer board members from Lemon received numerous James Nimmo said, “Mr. Lem- Oklahoma Council No. 1038. awards including the ACLU’s on was the role model of a con- Worldwide and in Okla- Angie Debo Civil Libertari- cerned citizen who knows the homa, the Knights have a de- an of the Year Award, Planned incalculable value of America’s cades-long legacy of working Parenthood’s Margaret Sanger Bill of Rights. with people with disabilities. Legacy Award, the Cathedral of In 2011, the Oklahoma City SFFLC is a multi-purpose fa- Hope’s Hero of Hope Award, the Council considered a resolution cility, providing exercise op- state Democratic Party’s Carl to include “sexual orientation” portunities for members and Albert Award, the Oklahoma in non-discrimination policies.” guests from throughout the Coalition to Abolish the Death Scott Hamilton, former Ex- city area. Penalty Lifetime Abolitionist ecutive Director of Oklahoma The facility’s charitable Award, and the VOICE Lifetime City’s Cimarron Alliance said, work includes providing op- Civic Engagement Award. He “I was so incredibly thankful portunities for at-risk and dis- also received an honorary Doc- to have Mr. Lemon with us. He Bob Lemon and his beloved wife, Mary Lou Lemon. Photo provided by Robyn continued on page 7 torate of Humane Letters from provided a clear voice of reason, Lemon Sellers. of concern, and compassion for all people.” In 2013, Bob was the Grand Marshall of the OKC Pride pa- rade. Lemon said, “It was one of the biggest honors of my life to get to make some new friends and get reacquainted with a lot of old ones.” Bob’s generosity allowed the OK-CADP to establish a Capi- tal Defense Attorney Scholar- ships Fund providing financial aid for attorneys to attend train- ing events. Former OK-CADP chair Lyd- ia Polley said, “Our gratitude is beyond words to Bob Lemon for funding this endeavor.” Patrick B. McGuigan, editor and pub- lisher of The City Sentinel, said Lemon “was a great man, with a good heart and absolute integ- rity.” Bob’s son, Eli Grayson posted to Facebook: “The greatest man I’ve ever known passed away ... - he was my center, often times my conscience and a voice in my head for directions. He ad- opted me with open arms and our beautiful journey began. I’m reminded of a Dr. King quote he said to me one evening driving from Perryton, ‘The ultimate tragedy is not oppression and cruelty by the people, but the si- lence over that by the good peo- ple.’” Chrys Lemon posted, “My father died comfortably … in his sleep in Oklahoma City in the same part of the bed where our mother … died in 2002. My twin sister, Robyn, was with him. Shortly before he mar- ried Mama ..., he was diagnosed with Type I diabetes and told he would be lucky to live to 40. When he gave her the option to end the engagement, she said, ‘Let’s just see what happens.’ He showed that eating healthy food, not smoking, exercising, working hard, and treating ev- ery individual as a human being can add quality years to your life. He also thought we should be good stewards of our world. And always thinking ahead, he voted absentee before he died.” Robert Dell Lemon 1929 – 2016 Page 3 www.city-sentinel.com November 2016 NEWS/OPINION See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter Oklahoma executions and democratic Pro-Life for Earth concentrations of these gas- dence of the problem. choice – Ending the death penalty for es have risen high enough to Donald Trump says, “Trump predict with confidence more Digs Coal.” Mike Pence says, melting icecaps, ferocious “Global warming is a myth.” our time, and for all time weather events, a hotter world Their Party’s platform says, By Patrick B. McGuigan killer (Charles Warner). When Richard Branson, television with threatened agriculture, “Coal is a low-cost and abun- Editor the last attempt at the execu- host Dr. Phil and even Pope and rising seas that will force dant resource that will serve tion of Richard Glossip fell Francis, among others, have all tens of millions of people to humanity for centuries,” and, In October, the U.S. Supreme apart, a shocking grand jury spoken out on behalf of Glos- move from coastal cities. “We will end the EPA’s war on Court ruled against the state investigation resulted with the sip’s innocence. Zoologists report that our coal,” and, “We will approve of Oklahoma, requiring fur- panel concluding officials had Across America, there have growing human numbers, con- the Keystone XL Pipeline,” ther judicial review in the case behaved deplorably in more in- been a total of 156 exonerations sumption of resources, and and, “We will accelerate the of a man convicted of killing a stance than once. in death penalty cases in the warming the atmosphere are approval process for new pipe- mother and her two children. Now, as some officials press United States (since 1973). causing a “sixth great extinc- lines.” The High Court said state judg- to renew executions, the cost of No surprise that public opin- By Nathaniel Batchelder tion” of species. Earth does hang in the bal- es erred in allowing the testi- litigation continues to rise – as ion has shifted away from exe- Some predict that within 200 ance, and voters in November mony of relatives during the does the expense for procuring cutions, in places as diverse as For more than 50 years, cli- to 300 years – unless human will choose an administration sentencing process. execution drugs. here, Kentucky, Louisiana and mate scientists have warned behaviors change dramatical- and Congress that are part of Many do not like that out- For all the particulars out- Nebraska. that increasing emissions of ly – more than half of species the problem or part of the so- come, yet it is only the latest lined above, the steady shift Speaking of the Cornhusker CO2 and methane from hu- now in existence will go ex- lution. substantive development to de- of public opinion on execu- State, the Legislature abolished man sources were warming tinct, and human numbers will Mother Nature needs Amer- lay executions for the 47 per- tions in Oklahoma has unfold- the death penalty last year. the atmosphere, and that this be reduced by more than half. ica to vote wisely, and Mother sons on death row at McAles- ed due primarily to the case of Now, however, a referendum of would have dire consequences Sadly, action to reduce car- Nature gets the last word. ter, including twelve who will Richard Glossip, whom many all voters is scheduled for Nov. for nature and society if not re- bon emissions by shifting from be on the cusp of lethal injec- – including this writer – be- 8,on whether to reverse that versed. fossil fuels to solar and wind Editor’s Note: Batchelder is tions should the state ever re- lieve is not guilty of the crime judgment. The warnings have been ig- power is stalled in America by director of the Oklahoma City sume the now-controversial for which he was sentenced to In California, voters will nored – even ridiculed – and politicians who dismiss evi- Peace House. process. choose in Oklaho- general elec- ma is mired tion bal- in contro- loting be- The problem with Pugh versy and tween out- By Patrick B. McGuigan primary season. the most watched races of costs, be- right aboli- Editor In addition to asserting the year. Pugh emerged vic- set with tion, on the that public education is un- torious, in a race with lots of c a u t i o n one hand, In this month’s general derfunded, OPE opposes pa- theatrics but in which school and con- and speed- election, the race to succeed rental choice in education, choice was not an obvious di- cern about ier appeals Sen. Clark Jolley, R-Edmond, specifically including Ed- viding point. some- of death sen- in Senate District 41, pits a ucation Savings Accounts Rev. Blair was and remains thing that, tences, on Democrat named Kevin Mc- (ESAs). (Note: All elements of a conservative stalwart -- once upon the other. Donald against a Republican government-financed educa- and a passionate advocate for a time, Which named Adam Pugh. tion – K-12 common schools, school choice. Pugh’s “apple” s e e m e d brings us to McDonald is an Edmond CareerTech and Higher Educa- from the anti-choice group certain. Ok la hom a , public school teacher. Pugh tion – combined garner about OPE raised eyebrows, even Attor- which also is a retired military man. The 51 percent of all state govern- among some who were criti- ney Gen- has a death- district is overwhelmingly ment spending. Roughly one- cal of Blair on other issues. eral Scott penalty-re- Republican, but the contest third of all state government But school choice proponents Pruitt has lated ballot has some intriguing features. spending goes to finance K-12 took solace in the fact that encouraged measure on Both men were put on the schools.) Pugh was rated as pro-choice the state Nov. 8 – Sta- “apple” list developed by OPE While McDonald was un- in education by both the State Department of Corrections to death. te Question 776. (Oklahomans for Public Edu- opposed for his party’s nom- Chamber and the American craft protocols that could allow Glossip has been on the The measure would essen- cation). OPE is best known ination, Pugh battled conser- Federation for Children. resumption of executions after verge of execution four times. tially enshrine executions in for a PAC that has been large- vative stalwart Paul Blair for It now appears that some- a two-year--gap in state impo- The most infamous delay in his the state Constitution, explic- ly unsuccessful in defeating the Republican nod. In the one was confused, or some- sition of the Ultimate Sanction. date with death came last year, itly approving use of nitrogen advocates of school choice, primary, Pugh nearly won the one was misled, or both. He agrees with the Legislature, when state official revealed gas and other means. but which did create quite a GOP nod outright in a three- The “Blue Cereal” blog on which endorsed use of nitro- they had in hand the wrong le- If you are confused, you are stir this year, notching a cou- candidate field. Sept. 16 included a useful re- gen gas and sent to the people a thal drug for the process. not alone. But after confusion, ple of political scalps during The runoff became one of continued on page 4 state question that would, sym- The truth is that Glossip sometimes there is clarity. bolically, shake a fist at the fed- should never have been in line Death penalty opponents eral government, saying that for death even once, let alone rarely find something that res- Oklahoma will assert – yester- four times. onates for them within an ed- day, today and forever – a right Glossip’s conviction for itorial in the state’s largest to execute the worst among us. the 1997 killing of Barry van newspaper. However, the clos- Not everyone agrees with Treese rests on the words of ing words of an Oct. 17 “house” that ambition, of course. Justin Sneed, whose story “fin- editorial might fit the bill: On Oct. 10, members of the gering” Glossip in the alleged “Recent polling suggests a Oklahoma Coalition to Abolish murder-for-hire has over the large majority of Oklahomans the Death Penalty (OK-CADP) last two decades gone through are willing to enshrine the held a press conference at the at least eight revisions. Sneed, death penalty in the state con- state Capitol in conjunction in all versions of his story, ad- stitution even as a majority are with the World Day Against mits he is the actual killer. also open to abolishment of the the Death Penalty. The reason Glossip has gar- death penalty, so long as those Members of the group op- nered the most attention of all continued on page 4 At left, Leah and Kevin McDonald. At right, Adam and Sarah Pugh. From Blue Cereal Blog. pose executions in all instanc- of the state’s death row inmates es. is simple: Actual innocence is a Slipshod implementation pretty strong argument against of death, sloppy process and conviction for anything, let shocking ineptitude led the alone a capital crime. state in at least one instance In addition, abolitionist Sis- (perhaps two) to use the wrong ter Helen Prejean, actress Su- Sentinel Elected mix of lethal drugs against a san Sarandon, entrepreneur Officials Guide

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No state-level February. dictory findings are no doubt provisions can avoid that. Meanwhile, on Nov. 8, vote driven by Oklahomans’ aware- Nonetheless, the vote on no on S.Q. 776. ness of the growing challeng- 776 is at hand, and it affords As for the ultimate sanction es of actually carrying out a an opportunity to send a mes- itself, for truth, justice and death sentence. If justice can’t sage, even if the message is the American way, let’s call be served via the ultimate pen- symbolic. the whole thing off. Stop, in alty, most Oklahomans still It is time for Oklahoma to the name of love and common Archbishop Paul S. Coakley, at podium, prays during an observance at the Oklahoma City National Memorial. want it served in some form.” pick its fights wisely, and use sense, and in the name of God. Photo from the website of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. As a matter of law and poli- its limited resources with dis- End the death penalty for cy, a “No” vote on S.Q. 776 will cretion and prudence. our time, and for all time. State Question 790 – Helping ‘the The problem with Pugh least of these’ while healing the past continued from page 3 ly contradicts the view held a winning issue for Repub- By Paul S. Coakley their disabilities. thirsty and you gave me some- among most Edmond Repub- licans – not only in places Archbishop of Oklahoma City These children and their thing to drink, I was a stranger view of the educational poli- licans at the time of the pri- like Edmond but also in “blu- parents had to endure three and you welcomed me, I was na- cy views of both candidates. mary and the runoff elec- er” parts of the state like the In all the turmoil surround- lawsuits and two trips to the ked and you gave me clothing, McDonald stressed opposi- tions. His professed support heart of Oklahoma City and ing the presidential election, Oklahoma Supreme Court be- I was sick and you took care of tion to proposals like ESAs, for school choice was a factor north Tulsa. many people overlook the fact fore they received any relief me, I was in prison and you vis- but had good words to offer for some groups and individ- A November 2015 Sooner that there are a number of oth- from the Section 5 threat. This ited me.” for the Lindsey Nicole Henry uals who sat out of the race Survey (conducted by Cole er very important elections on kind of uncertainty and delay Then, the righteous will an- Scholarships, which benefit between him and Blair. Hargrave Snodgrass and As- the ballot in November as well. is tough on families. swer him, “Lord, when was it children with special needs. There are ironies in Pugh’s sociates) found 70 percent These could have profound ef- In other states, activist that we saw you hungry and The jolt came in Pugh’s re- apparent anti-choice posi- support for school choice fects on the lives of many Okla- groups have brought lawsuits gave you food, or thirsty and sponses to the the blog writ- tion, aside from the question among all Oklahoma voters. homans, especially the needi- against Christian halfway gave you something to drink? er’s questions: “I don’t support of whether or not he misled And, the state Supreme est. One of these important house programs designed to And when was it that we saw the current efforts for ESAs or AFC, the state Chamber and Court, not always sympathet- issues is an Oklahoma ballot help recently released prison- you a stranger and welcomed vouchers.” other supporters of more ro- ic to conservative public pol- measure called “State Question ers overcome substance abuse you, or naked and gave you This writer cast a wide bust parental options for chil- icy objectives, this summer 790.” problems, and against a Chris- clothing? And, when was it that net of reporting on this mat- dren. gave unanimous constitution- If State Question 790 pass- tian day care program that we saw you sick or in prison and ter. Sources insisting on ano- While Sen. Jolley had his al approval to parental choice es, Oklahomans would remove sought to participate in a state visited you?” And the king will nymity have confirmed that share of conservative crit- in education. a current major threat to reli- program for improving play- answer them, “Truly I tell you, Pugh told both AFC and to ics during his 12-year tenure, The problem with Adam gious organizations – including ground safety. just as you did it to one of the the State Chamber of Oklaho- he emerged as a legislative Pugh is that on one of the Catholic social service agen- Section 5 has thus created least of these who are members ma that he strongly support- champion for choice in edu- rare unifying issues in con- cies – who serve the poor, ref- artificial and completely un- of my family, you did it to me.” ed affording parents the abil- cation, working closely with temporary politics, he is on ugees, the disabled, the home- necessary barriers to provid- The Catholic Church has a ity to choose schools for their state Rep. Jason Nelson, R- the wrong side of history. less, the hungry and many oth- ing help to the neediest among special mission to help all of children. AFC specifically in- Oklahoma City, to advance NOTE: A certified teacher, er needy people in our state. us, including children with dis- the poor and needy because cluded Pugh in a post-runoff (determinedly but not al- McGuigan is an educator and The threat comes from a abilities. What’s worse is that they are members of God’s fam- listing of newly-nominated ways successfully) incremen- a journalist. Since 2002, he has part of the Oklahoma Constitu- if Section 5 were ever strictly ily – our brothers and sisters. ESA supporters in Oklahoma. tal steps for increased educa- at various times taught in both tion called Article II, Section 5. applied in the way some an- This is not just a nice thing to Pugh’s comment on the tional options. public and private schools. State Question 790 asks Okla- ti-religion groups have asked do, but a duty. We serve others Blue Cereal blog obvious- Further, choice has been www.CapitolBeatOK.com homans whether they want to it to be, it would be devastat- not because they are Catholic, repeal Section 5. On its face, ing to Catholic and other reli- but because we are! Section 5 prohibits state mon- gious hospitals, social service Finally, there is one other ey from going to religious or- agencies like Catholic Chari- reason that repealing Section ganizations, even when those ties, homeless shelters, halfway 5 is relevant to Catholics – re- organizations have standard houses for released inmates, pealing Section 5 would right a state contracts, do not use the substance abuse programs, and major historical wrong. Many funds for proselytization, and, the like. people do not know that Sec- most importantly, serve every- All of these ministries serve tion 5 was a provision that Con- one who comes through their every needy person, no matter gress mandated that Oklahoma doors. their beliefs or personal situ- include in its state constitution For many years, Oklahoma ation. And, whether Section 5 as a condition of becoming a saw few attempts to use Sec- is repealed or not, all of these state in 1907. tion 5 against Catholic and oth- ministries must still continue It is a “Blaine Amendment,” er religious social service pro- to comply with the federal con- one of a series of state consti- viders. Unfortunately, in recent stitution’s rules about church- tutional provisions that were years Section 5 has been “wea- state separation. designed to exclude Catholics ponized” by groups who want In my view, applying Section from providing religious ed- to keep religious organizations 5 in this way would be devas- ucation and from public life from providing social servic- tating to the Church’s mission more generally. Repealing Sec- es, solely because they are re- in Oklahoma. I am reminded tion 5 would remove this black ligious. of the passage in the Gospel mark on Oklahoma’s history. Sadly, these groups even of Saint Matthew where Jesus I therefore encourage all have brought a series of law- tells a parable that goes to the Catholics and all people of suits against disabled children heart: good will to consider this is- and their families who sought Then, the king will say to sue carefully and to visit okla- to access an Oklahoma dis- those at his right hand, “Come, homablaine.org that describes ability scholarship program you who are blessed by my Fa- in some detail what is at stake that would help them attend ther, inherit the kingdom pre- with State Question 790. a school that can provide the pared for you from the founda- NOTE: This is reprinted from specialized treatments these tion of the world; for I was hun- The Sooner Catholic. children need to thrive despite gry and you gave me food, I was www.CapitolBeatOK.com A smarter approach to public safety: Yes on 780 and 781 over the past two decades. Our carcerate someone, compared prisons are overcrowded, and to about $6,000 for communi- the continued rate of growth of ty-based treatment and super- our prison population and the vision. Further, a felony record associated costs are unsustain- closes doors to education, em- able. ployment and housing. It de- According to our Depart- stabilizes families and signifi- ment of Corrections, for the cantly increases the risk of in- past decade, more than 70 per- volvement with the criminal cent of annual prison admis- justice system for children of sions have been people whose parents with felony records. only or most serious crime of State Questions 780 and 781 conviction was a nonviolent reduce incarceration costs and offense. For 2015, 81 percent of redirect the savings to prov- low-level drug offenders (non- en strategies for breaking the trafficking) sentenced to pris- cycle of crime, such as treat- By Kris Steele on had no prior violent convic- ment, mental health care and tions. In other words, we are job training. We have a broken criminal locking up people who are bet- These reforms are modeled justice system. ter served through supervision after successful reforms in oth- Oklahoma has the highest and rehabilitation in the com- er states. In 2007 Texas faced incarceration rate in the coun- munity. a similar choice, either spend try for women and the second- Charting a smarter approach substantial amounts construct- highest overall rate. Oklaho- to low-level offenses offers a ing prison beds, or implement mans spend $515 million a year more effective use of state re- diversionary reforms. Texas in- to pay for corrections — a cost sources. In Oklahoma, it costs vested in diversionary reforms, that has grown by 172 percent roughly $19,000 per year to in- continued on page 5 Page 5 www.city-sentinel.com November 2016 OPINION/GOVERNMENT See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter A smarter approach to public safety: Yes on 780 and 781 continued from page 4 Some argue that reducing onment. Plus, they do not dis- possession from a felony to a rupt treatment, employment saving over $3 billion in nine misdemeanor will empty our or create felony records that years with reductions in the drug courts. But, we’ve had a erect barriers to education prison population – all with law authorizing misdemean- and employment. better safety outcomes. or drug courts on the books Oklahomans understand Drug manufacturing, dis- since 2008. We already under- the importance of investing tribution and possession with stand that fear of a felony con- in effective programs and ef- intent to distribute remain viction is not what encourages fective policy. State Questions felonies regardless of quan- participation in drug court – 780 and 781 sidestep political tity. Prosecutors can still it’s the coupling of meaningful gridlock, take the politics out charge a person caught with rehabilitative resources with of prosecution and redirect the date rape drug with pos- swift, certain and fair sanc- resources toward helping in- session with intent to distrib- tions for violations. dividuals become productive ute, as the primary use for Misdemeanors carry up to a community members. this drug is to distribute and year in jail. Research confirms cause harm to another per- that when imposed quickly af- NOTE: Kris Steele is chair- son. Changing the sentence ter discovery of a violation, man of Oklahomans for Crim- for simple possession doesn’t shorter sanctions – short stays inal Justice Reform and for- change the nature of the evi- in jail – are much more effec- mer speaker of the Oklahoma dence necessary to prove in- tive in modifying behavior House of Representatives. Candidate Matt Jackson and his family. tent to distribute. than long periods of impris- www.CapitolBeatOK.com In House District 85, for Matt Jackson An endorsement paigning, as she did in her pri- party faithful regardless of Advocates of State Questions 780 and The City Sentinel or runs for the seat. So is her serious divisions over other Republican opponent. races in the past four years. 781 launch TV ad campaign featuring After the death of the be- Republicans can recover Matt and his wife Margie loved David Dank, the long- this seat, this year, because have five children – Sarah, stories of real families term incumbent in this dis- they put forward their best Lisa, Greg, Priscilla and Sum- Staff Report trict that sprawls over the candidate, Matt Jackson. mer. They are public school north-central heart of Okla- Like Munson, Jackson has parents whose view of the The “Yes on 780 and 781” homa City, the GOP lost the taken prior stabs at captur- world and of public policy fit campaign, led by Oklahomans seat. This remains a Republi- ing the seat. Unlike Munson, the district perfectly. for Criminal Justice Reform, can-leaning area, but with no- Jackson mirrors the limited A father and husband, a launched a television adver- table nuances. government philosophy which small businessman, a long- tising campaign that featured The 2014 primary featured the late, great Dank advanced. time Boy Scout leader and a four commercials slated to a range of strong candidates In this diverse and unusu- lifelong resident of District air throughout October and competing to replace Dank. ally-shaped district, there was 85, Matt Jackson is the best through election day, Nov. 8. The ultimate GOP nominee and is wide spread bipartisan choice in this race. The spots underscore the case was hurt, fairly or not, by sup- agreement with the Dank phi- In a year where high voter for reform and profiled some of port for controversial busi- losophy that government in- turnout is anticipated, Demo- the real stories of families and ness incentives to which the centive programs for private crats benefit in some districts, communities adversely impact- state government has become business should be both lim- while Republicans benefit in ed by the justice system. seemingly addicted. Inter- ited and efficient – actually others. In this particular race, State Questions 780 and 781 vention is needed to cure that producing results that benefit high turnout may actually A trio of optimistic supporters attended one of the ‘Yes on 780 and 781’ criminal – the pair of ballot initiatives justice reform town halls across Oklahoma in August 2016. government addiction. the public interest. give an edge to the GOP’s ex- which have generated support Cyndi Munson, the Demo- Matt Jackson has carried cellent candidate. across the state from law en- toward addressing the root nal justice reform in Oklaho- crat who won that race, has that message into the gener- To be clear, however, in forcement, business leaders, causes of crime, and providing ma and from all walks of life – been in office only a short al election. He is a multi-is- House District 85, regardless faith leaders, and other promi- rehabilitation and treatment from the faith community and time. She is popular, hard- sue conservative who can be of positions on other races or nent Oklahomans – would pur- services to return people to the business community, to our working and serious. So is her trusted to watch out for the partisan registration, voters sue what advocates describe as productive lives in their com- law enforcement leaders and Republican opponent. public interest. He has paid in both parties are encour- “a smarter approach to public munities.” every day Oklahomans,” said Munson is “working the his dues many times over for aged to support Jackson. safety by reducing the prison “We have seen a tremendous Kris Steele, Chair of Oklaho- doors” of the district with old- the Republican Party, and The City Sentinel endorses population, redirecting savings amount of support for crimi- continued on page 6 fashioned one-on-one cam- should hold the support of Matt Jackson. Regardless of political party, there is only one professional law enforcement candidate for Sheriff

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Dust Bowl. Bob’s grandfather, Gustavous Erasmus distinguished career as Senior Partner of the After he and Mary Lou moved to Oklahoma City Lemon, staked a claim and settled in the Cherokee Lemon Shearer Phillips and Good firm – now the in 2001, they supported Mayflower Congregational Strip, Grant County, Oklahoma Land Run, 1893. Lemon Law Firm – where he practiced oil and Church and Church of the Open Arms. They enjoyed Bob graduated from Booker High School as gas litigation, contract litigation, civil appeals nothing more than attending OSU Cowboy sporting valedictorian in 1947. He attended Oklahoma and water law. Bob served as City Attorney of events, where they were season ticket holders in State University (OSU), then called Oklahoma Perryton, Texas and was Chief Counsel of the football and basketball and were avid wrestling and A&M College, receiving a Bachelor of Science North Plains Groundwater Conservation District baseball fans as well. In November 2002, Bob was the degree in 1951. He was a member and Eminent for 50 years. He was licensed to practice law District 85 Democratic candidate for the Oklahoma Commander of Sigma Nu Fraternity, Phi Eta Sigma, in two states, maintaining memberships in the House of Representatives, losing in a close contest Blue Key Honor Fraternity, Hellhounds Pep Club, Northeastern Texas Panhandle, State of Texas, with a four-term Republican incumbent. Bob and his and a charter member and the first President of the State of Oklahoma, American, and Federal Bar beloved wife had dreamed of spending their golden Oklahoma A&M College Flying Aggies aviation Associations. He was named Perryton Chamber years as activists together in Oklahoma, but she died club in 1948. In 1950, Bob married Mary Lou of Commerce Citizen of the Year in 1973. less than two months later on December 22, 2002. Smith of Booker, Texas, and subsequently moved Bob’s close relationships and close ties to the They were married for 52 years and two days. to Austin, Texas, in 1951, after Bob was accepted northeastern counties of the Panhandle of Texas to the University of Texas School of Law. At UT continued for the rest of his life. In fact, during his Community engagement and political Law, he was a member of the Order of the Coif, last six years, he sponsored high school bands from involvement were always very important to both Chancellors, Phi Alpha Delta, associate note editor a four-state area to march in the annual Wheatheart Bob and Mary Lou, and no one was a second-class of the Texas Law Review, and on the winning of the Nation Celebration in Perryton. Bob loved citizen in their world. They believed all people are team of the first State Bar of Texas Moot Court music and considered a parade of trombones and entitled to equal rights and protection under the Competition in 1954. He was named Outstanding trumpets in August in the Texas Panhandle to be a law, universal respect, and human dignity. Together Member of the University of Texas Senior Law truly grand event. they devoted their time, energy, enthusiasm and Class, and earned his Doctorate of Jurisprudence resources to understanding and openly and fearlessly Robert Dell Lemon degree with honors in 1954. Bob served on the Board of Trustees of the confronting bigotry and prejudice in all its forms, January 3, 1929 - October 22, 2016 National City Christian Church Foundation in particularly regarding sexual orientation. They were Rejecting offers from several big law firms in Washington, D.C., and was a member of the appointed Democratic observers for Al Gore during Robert Dell Lemon was born January 3, 1929, New York, Houston and Dallas, Bob moved with Board of Trustees of Phillips University in Enid, the 2000 Presidential Election recount in Florida, in Shattuck, Oklahoma, to R.M. Lemon and Fay Mary Lou and their sons Jim and Del to Perryton, Oklahoma, and Phillips Theological Seminary but after Bob – who never knew a stranger – gave an Taliaferro and died October 22, 2016, in Oklahoma Texas, where Bob accepted a position with Max in Tulsa, from which he received an honorary interview to CNN, which was prohibited, they were City at age 87. He grew up in Booker, Texas, in the Boyer’s Law Firm, which began his long and Doctorate of Humane Letters. continued on page 7

Dr. Freda Deskin, superintendent and founder of the ASTEC Charter Schools, to receive UCO’s distinguished alumni award

continued from page 1 continued contribution to edu- formation, visit: asteccharter- cation. Dr. Deskin was induct- schools.com. “U.S. Space Ambassador.” De- ed into the Oklahoma Educators Disclosure: Patrick B. Mc- skin has been honored by the Hall of Fame in 2012 and was a Guigan, founder of CapitolBe- Boy Scouts of America, the Girl runner up in the prestigious atOK.com and editor of The Scouts of America, the Ameri- Brock International Prize in Ed- City Sentinel newspaper, worked can Institute of Architects, En- ucation. previously at Justice Alma Wil- terprising Women Magazine, The Advanced Science and son Seeworth Academy, a pub- The University of Oklahoma Technology Education Char- lic charter alternative school Speakers advocate reform at the one of the ‘Yes on 780 and 781’ town halls held in August 2016. Photo provided. athletic department, the Journal ter (ASTEC) Schools are pub- in Oklahoma City. Since 2002, Record, Dr. Oz’s HealthCorps lic schools of choice in Okla- he has been a substitute teach- and many other organizations. homa City serving middle and er at public and private schools Advocates of State Questions 780 and The University of Oklahoma high school students. Today the throughout the city area. Pres- Jeannine Rainbolt College of two inner-city schools have a ently, he is working with ASTEC 781 launch TV ad campaign featuring Education’s “Career Achieve- combined enrollment of more Charter School. ment Award” recognized her than 900 students. For more in- www.CapitolBeatOK.com stories of real families continued from page 5 ‘Music To Your Peers’ will support Harding Fine mans for Criminal Justice Re- Arts Academy’s music program form. “We’re confident the TV Staff Report spots will generate even more support – once Oklahomans Music students from Hard- see the real stories of how the ing Fine Arts Academy will be justice system is impacting our collaborating with the rock/ families and communities, I blues band, Nicnos through know that voters will be voting their “Music To Your Peers” yes on 780 and 781 come No- program. vember.” Oklahoma City-based, re- According to a press re- gional touring band Nicnos lease, the TV advertising cam- continues their “Music To Your paign aims to bring the con- Peers” program this fall with versation about the need for a special collaboration with reform to Oklahomans across Supporters of criminal justice reform turn in signatures at the Oklahoma Secre- the music students of Oklaho- the state, building on the state- tary of State’s office in spring of 2016. ma City’s Harding Fine Arts wide education campaign ef- Photo by Patrick B. McGuigan. Academy Charter High School. forts that have been underway agree that instead of keeping vide access to education and Choir and Band students will for months. these people behind bars, we job training, which are more each perform a song on stage In addition to hosting a se- should invest in programs that effective approaches to reduc- with Nicnos for the concert’s Blake Parks ries of town hall events, com- prevent crime and provide re- ing crime and keeping com- grand finale. munity conversations, debates, habilitation – the policies en- munities safe. “Music to Your Peers” is a and tele-town halls, the “Yes compassed in State Questions According to a summary non-profit charitable organi- on 780 and 781” campaign has 780 and 781.” provided in the pro-780781 zation formed by the Nicnos. been generating tremendous groups most recent release, The mission is to inspire all support among prominent The Need for Reform State Question 780 “would re- students to strive for personal Oklahomans including busi- Oklahoma has the second- classify certain low-level of- success, while also showcas- ness leaders, faith leaders, law highest overall incarceration fenses, like drug possession ing student musicians among enforcement, elected officials, rate in the country and the and low-level property offens- their peers in a concert atmo- medical care professionals, highest incarceration rate for es, as misdemeanors instead of sphere. The ticket sales gener- and many others. women, which costs taxpayers felonies. By reclassifying these ated from the evening perfor- The release from the sup- nearly $515 million annually offenses, Oklahoma is able to mance go towards supporting port campaign headquarters and drains significant resourc- trigger cost savings from de- underfunded music education here in Oklahoma City ob- es away from investments that creased corrections spending. programs at Harding Fine Arts served, “These supporters can do more to provide neces- “Question 781 would then Academy and other Oklahoma aren’t alone in their support, sary rehabilitation and train- invest those cost savings into schools. as polling has revealed a ma- ing programs, and ultimately addressing the root causes of Blake Parks is the fiddle jority of Oklahoma voters are enhance public safety. As the crime through rehabilitation player for the Nicnos and lives Josh Cox also on board. A joint Sooner- state’s prison population con- programs to treat drug addic- close to the Harding High Poll/Oklahoman survey con- tinues growing – increasing tion and mental health condi- School building. “Since the program and the other half Harding Fine Arts Acade- ducted in August found that by 12 percent between 2009 tions that often contribute to members of Nicnos live close goes to “Music To Your Peers” my is an Oklahoma City char- 75 percent of Oklahoma vot- and 2014 – so does its price criminal behavior and go un- to Harding, we are very ex- to support music education ter school that prepares high ers said they support State tag, which has increased by treated in prison, and educa- cited to give back and raise programs in Oklahoma that school students for college in Question 780, and 71 percent 172 percent in the past two de- tion and job training programs money for our backyard music need instruments, sheet music, an academically challenging, of Oklahoma voters said they cades. to help people find employ- school!” said Parks. money for contest fees, music arts-integrated environment support State Question 781. ment, and avoid going back to Following daytime work- stands, and other much need- and has recently been named “These polls reinforce the State Questions 780 and prison. shops with the Nicnos band ed music equipment and sup- a 2015 Blue Ribbon School by findings of a strategy poll 781 “Removing the felony con- members, the HFAA choir and plies.” said Parks. the U.S. Department of Edu- from earlier this year indicat- Through two ballot mea- viction for individuals battling band students will join Nicnos In addition, the Nicnos per- cation and recently awarded ing that 77 percent of Oklaho- sures – Questions 780 and 781 addiction and mental illness onstage with an evening per- formed a benefit concert for 2016 Governor’s Arts in Educa- mans agree that someone who – the coalition is working to and redirecting costs savings formance on Monday, Nov. 7th Harding Fine Arts Academy tion Award. Harding Fine Arts commits a low-level offense pursue sentencing reforms back to counties for treatment at 7:30 in the Harding Audito- and “Music To Your Peers” on Academy is located at 3333 N. shouldn’t be saddled with a for certain low-level offens- services represent logical next rium. Admission is $10 and can Saturday, October 15th at The Shartel Blvd., Oklahoma City felony conviction that will fol- es, which trigger cost savings steps toward building on and be purchased from the school Bottle Cap Barn in Edmond. OK 73118. For questions about low them through life and pre- to be invested in programs to strengthening the reforms office or at the door. Almost $1,000 in donations the benefit concert or to do- vent them from getting an edu- treat drug addiction and men- signed into law.” “Half of the ticket proceeds was raised for HFAA music nate, contact Linda Lightner at cation or a job, and 79 percent tal health conditions and pro- www.CapitolBeatOK.com go to the host school’s music programs 405-702-4322. CHECK OUT OUR WEB SITE www.City-Sentinel.com Page 7 www.city-sentinel.com November 2016 BUSINESS/COMMUNITY See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter

continued from page 6 from Cathedral of Hope; Oklahoma Democratic Rogers, Jeny Center and husband Steve, Julia Party’s Carl Albert Award; Man of the Year from the Rogers and husband Jair Isaac, Diana Rogers quickly demoted to the position of ballot guard and Oklahoma ACLU; Bill Rogers Lifetime Achievement Jaeger and husband Kevin, Kevin Rogers, assigned the graveyard shift. Which they loved. Award from the Cimarron Alliance; Angie Debo Civil Ochirkhuu Dorjsuren and wife Doris, and Libertarian of the Year; Descendants of Freedmen of Catherine Wolfe; and great grandchildren, After Mary Lou’s death in 2002, and with the the Five Civilized Tribes Humanitarian Award; and Jeffrey Rogers, Kai Johnson, J’menii, Jeah unending love, guidance, and continual caregiving of together with Robyn, the Margaret Sanger Legacy and Jozlyn Isaac, Aiden and Axl Jaeger, and his daughter, Robyn Lemon Sellers, Bob was able to Award from Planned Parenthood. Sophie and Madison Dorjsuren. Bob also is further their dedication to the issues they had valiantly survived by his sister-in-law, Helaine Lemon, taken on as a couple. In spite of health challenges Bob served as Executive Producer of Drew brother-in-law, Jimmy Smith and nephews, that might have deterred anyone else, Bob remained Emery’s award winning film, Inlaws & Outlaws, a Marcus and Martin Lemon and Richard and a constant presence, participant, advocate, activist moving documentary about love between couples, Jeff Smith – and, of course, “Barney,” Bob’s and avid supporter of many causes. He marched in both gay and straight. Bob also produced a dramatic constant companion, a small black bag that the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. and Oklahoma play by Steven Dietz, The Lonely Planet. And Bob contained diabetic testing and emergency Pride Parades; he walked with his sons Chrys and Jim was the proud Publisher Emeritus of The Gayly, an supplies, which literally saved Bob’s life many in the Peace March on the Pentagon; he held signs LGBTQ newspaper published in Oklahoma City. He times, his having been a severe diabetic since for the OKC Peace House Saturday morning peace invested himself and his resources in causes on the the age of 19. rallies; and he traveled to the Western White House cutting edge of so many political and social issues, in Crawford, Texas with Nathaniel Batchelder for a including poverty, LGBTQ matters and climate Two events will honor Bob: A musical peaceful protest of the Iraq War. change. Bob’s motto, “straight, but not narrow,” tribute will be held Sunday, Nov. 13, at 2:00 was reflected in his belief that we are all members of p.m., Church of the Open Arms, 3131 N. Bob was a member of and supported numerous one family, living together with our one home, the Pennsylvania, Oklahoma City. A celebration organizations, including: Southern Poverty Law Earth. Bob lived his beliefs. of his life will occur during OKC Pride Center, United Nations Association, American Civil Week, summer 2017. In lieu of flowers, Liberties Union, Stonewall Democrats, Cimarron Preceded in death by his brother, Glen, in 1986, contributions are welcome and appreciated Alliance Foundation, Planned Parenthood Great Bob is survived by his loving family: daughter, Robyn to one of the following organizations, or Plains, Trust Women, Human Rights Campaign Lemon Sellers and former son-in-law John Sellers, to a charity or other cause of your choice: Foundation, Gay and Lesbian Victory Fund, and and sons, Chrys Lemon, Jim Lemon and wife Anna, Eli Planned Parenthood Great Plains, 619 N.W. 23 St., 73109, (316) 425-3215 (itrustwomen.org). Trust GLAAD (Gay Lesbian and Affirming Disciples). “Moque” Grayson, and Del Lemon and wife Leslie; Oklahoma City, OK 73103, (405) 528-2157; or Women is a leading pro-choice and reproductive Bob’s numerous honors include: Hero of Hope grandchildren, Michael Lemon, Jackie Lemon, Garry Trust Women, 1240 S.W. 44 St., Oklahoma City, justice foundation.

Inaugural OSU Global Horticulture Conference set for Nov. 17 By Darla Shelden City Sentinel Reporter

Oklahoma State University will hold its first Global Horti- culture Conference on Thurs- day, Nov. 17, from 8 a.m. - 5:30 Want to “Thank a Vet”? — Vote! p.m., at the Wes Watkins Cen- Jack L. Werner, Ph.D. nified why we thought we residential inspection compa- ter, on the OSU campus in Still- A to Z Inspections were risking our lives and ny serving the southwest. He water. our bodies. (At my first teaches home inspections for “The conference is designed Suzanne and I attended Ranger reunion after Viet- Francis Tuttle Career Tech to allow participants to gain a an Army Ranger reunion in nam, I called home and said and is an NAHB-certified in- better understanding and ap- New Orleans a few years ago. it looked like a prosthet- structor and teaches Certified preciation of horticulture and It took a long time to read the ics convention.) Those two Aging in Place and Universal related disciplines throughout names of all the Army Rang- things were the American Design courses for the Okla- the world,” said Mike Schnelle, ers killed in Vietnam. One flag and the right to vote. homa Home Builders Associa- OSU Cooperative Extension of the readers was my team Please don’t sit when the tion. Jack serves on the board floriculture specialist. The first ever Global Horticulture Conference will take place on Nov. 17 on the leader, Roger Crunk. Rog- Star Spangled Banner plays. of the Daily Living Centers, is continued on page 11 Oklahoma State University campus in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Photo provided. er spent two years in Walter And, as election time and a member of the Silver Haired Reed after being machine- Veterans’ Day approaches, Legislature, and was appoint- gunned in both legs while please, please vote. ed by Governor Mary Fallin to There Is No Wrong Answer! trying to get to a wounded I cannot tell you that the the Oklahoma Board of Pri- Ranger. How many wars lives lost and injuries suf- vate Vocational Schools. Jack have we had since Vietnam? fered contributed to your served with the United States How many veterans have freedom. I can tell you that Army, December 1, 1966 – De- sacrificed? we thought it would. Please cember 1, 1970; Russian lin- Many things represented vote. guist, 4th Infantry Division, or America to us as we served Jack L. Werner owns A to Z K Co., 75th Airborne Rangers, overseas, but two things sig- Inspections, a commercial and two tours in Vietnam.

Plans made for January JFK Dinner, regional YOU SHOULD BE FREE TO CHOOSE the food you and your family eat. Special Olympics basketball slated for Nov. 5 Want tofu? Great. Want steak? even better. It should be up to at Santa Fe Family Life Center you and you alone. continued from page 2 That's what SQ 777 is all about. Voting YES on SQ 777 will make sure your family has the widest variety of safe, nutritious, and advantaged youth, residents of the Center for Family Love in affordable food. Okarche, and from Positive To- morrows, a school for homeless Defend Food Freedom, Vote YES on SQ 777! children. Over the past year, more than The hard working Oklahomans who grow and raise our food 9,000 kids participated in youth are asking YOU to vote YES on SQ 777. sports at SFFLC. Additionally, according to SFFLC board of di- rectors president Josef B. Mc- Guigan, “over 1,000 hours of fa- cility usage time was donated to the local community, and nu- merous scholarships/free mem- berships were given to those in During the 2015 Special Olympics regional basketball tournament, a team from Mustang “mugs” for the camera. need.” SFFLC is a nonprofit well- a VIP reception at 6 p.m., and SQ 777 IS ENDORSED BY: ness and health center located the awards dinner at 7 p.m. Or- in north-central Oklahoma City. ganizers are presently seeking SFFLC’s mission is “to empow- table sponsors at these levels: er people with physical or intel- Oval Office Sponsor, $30,000; lectual disabilities and disad- Presidential Sponsor, $10,000; vantaged youth to achieve im- Camelot Sponsor $5,000; New American Farmers & Ranchers Oklahoma Pork Council Oklahoma Cattlemen's Association proved health and well-being.” Frontier Sponsor $3,000. The Santa Fe Family Life Information on the gala and Center (SFFLC) presents the the work of SFFLC is avail- John F. Kennedy Communi- able at the websites (sfflc.com). ty Service Award to recognize Those interested in sponsor- Oklahomans whose philanthro- ships and other means of sup- py has served the Sooner State port may contact Timberlake Oklahoma Agricultural Cooperative Council Oklahoma Wheat Growers Association “in lasting and impactful ways.” at Santa Fe Family Life Center, The annual dinner’s proceeds 6300 N. Santa Fe Ave., Okla- benefit the charitable programs Coaches encourage their players dur- homa City, OK 73118, telephone of the SFFLC. ing a timeout during one of the friend- 405-840-1817. The upcoming JFK Commu- ly basketball games that typified the nity Service Awards will hon- 2015 regional Special Olympics Bas- Disclosure: Pat McGuigan is Oklahoma Grain & Feed Association Oklahoma Farm Bureau The Poultry Federation ketball tournament at the Santa Fe or Oklahoma City Mayor Mick Family Life Center (SFFLC) in north a former member of the Board Cornett and former Gover- Oklahoma City. This year’s day of cor- of Directors for the Columbus nor David Walters and his wife dial competition will unfold Saturday, Corporation, which sponsors Rhonda. Mike Turpen, a past Nov. 5 at SFFLC, running from 8:30 the work of the Santa Fe Family JFK honoree, will be present- a.m. - 3 p.m. Life Center. McGuigan served as ed the Lifetime Achievement for Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at vice-president of the board dur- Oklahoma Agribusiness Retailers Association Oklahoma Cotton Council Award. the historic downtown Skirvin ing Gov. Walters’ two terms as PAID FOR BY OKLAHOMA FARMERS CARE, JIMMY W. KINDER, TREASURER The awards banquet is set Hotel. The event will feature board president. Page 8 www.city-sentinel.com November 2016 COMMUNITY See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter

Why a Real Ranching Family Supports State Question 777, Oklahoma’s Right to Farm Matt Boyer Beacon Hill Ranch, Vinita, OK By now you have heard a lot about State Question 777, Oklahoma’s Right to Farm ballot question. On the yes side are family ranches like mine and the farmer/rancher-led organizations that we support with our time, energy, and dues. On the no side are many attorneys, politicians, and deep-pocketed out of state organizations. I want to clear the air and state why my family ranch is 100% in favor of Right to Farm. For years we in agriculture – farmers and ranchers alike – have noticed an increasingly ag- gressive anti-ag movement. Organizations like PETA and HSUS (The Humane Society of the United States, not affiliated with our local pet shelters) have grown from fringe activist groups to full on interest groups with annual budgets well over $100 million. They use their factory fundraising operations to pump millions into campaign efforts all over the country that target farmers and ranchers. I believe they are manipulating voters with emotionally deceptive mes- sages. I don’t mind changing our ranching practices when the consumer demands it, our family ranch is much different than when my father or grandfather ran it. But I do mind when govern- ment is used as a weapon against farmers and ranchers like us. These organizations always have the same playbook – set up a local front organization, gather some like-minded allies and pour money into an effort to scare voters. Sound familiar? Farmer-led organizations are rightfully standing up for their members and leading the charge on SQ 777. Organizations like Oklahoma Farm Bureau, Oklahoma Cattlemen’s, American Farmers and Ranchers, Oklahoma Ari-Women and too many more to mention in my limited space. These groups are made up by Oklahomans and for Oklahomans. Members sit on their boards of directors and they have the best interests of our state and our communities at heart. These groups are fighting for a “Yes” vote on SQ 777 because they are fighting for the livelihood of everyday Oklahomans. They are fighting for our right to continue providing the food, fuel, and fiber that farmers and ranchers have provided for generations and, I pray, will continue to provide for generations to come. I have personally chosen to speak out in favor of SQ 777 because I want my children and grandchildren to have the same opportunity to make their living caring for the land and animals that have made our ranch possible. It would be much easier to sit on the sidelines and let others do the fighting, but I fear that if I don’t speak out now in favor of SQ 777 that I will regret it for the rest of my life. How should you vote on SQ 777? I think you need to ask yourself who you are listening to in this campaign. The other side has money and they are going to use that money to buy a lot of air time. What my side has is people – my family, my neighbors, and my community in Okla- homa agriculture. If you have any questions at all, please reach out to someone who makes their living in agriculture and ask them what they think of SQ 777. It doesn’t have to be a farmer or rancher – many people in transportation, in cooperatives, and in the business world make their living because of the growing and caring that starts on an Oklahoma farm or ranch. Ask us why we feel so passionately about agriculture and why we are working so hard to pass Oklahoma’s Right to Farm. SQ 777 doesn’t change any laws on the books. It doesn’t give farmers and ranchers a blank check. It simply gives us some protection from the deep-pocketed special interests in the future. It gives me some certainty that my children will have the option to follow in my footsteps.

This is story Sponsored Content via The City Sentinel. Page 9 www.city-sentinel.com November 2016 COMMUNITY See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter Pets & People 15th annual Charity Auction set to benefit area homeless pets By Darla Shelden City Sentinel Reporter

Tails will be wagging as thousands of homeless pets will benefit from donations raised during the 15th annu- al Pets & People Humane So- ciety’s Charity Auction. The event themed “There Is No Place Like Home” will be held on Saturday, Nov. 5 at the Yu- kon Event Center, 10 W. Main. Doors open at 7 p.m. Charity Auction tickets are $30, which include a dinner buffet and refreshments. A cash bar will be available. The family friendly 31st annual Fall Peace Festival will feature a diverse collection of people and interests. Since 1992, the volunteer or- Photo by John Walters. ganization, based in Yukon has rescued more than 48,000 dogs, cats, puppies and kittens Pups like little Curry, a Pomeranian & Chihuahua Mix rescue, will benefit from 31st annual Peace Festival offers the 15th annual Pets & People Charity Auction, which helps to fund medical that were scheduled for eutha- treatment for rescued pets to be spayed or neutered. Photo provided. nasia. a day of holiday shopping and Organizers are asking the even be glad to pick it up!” auction, which makes for great public for donations of items This year event table spon- Christmas shopping. We will and services to fill rows of sorships are available for $225 have jewelry, artwork, house- enlightenment auction tables at the event. until Oct. 21, which include hold items, tools, novelty By Darla Shelden rights, environmental sustain- ian Church of Oklahoma City, Donations can be dropped off eight reserved seats and signs items, wine baskets, and much City Sentinel Reporter ability and peace,” said Nathan- activist Bob Lemon, the Okla- daily at the shelter or the thrift honoring a special pet or per- more.” iel Batchelder, director of Okla- homa Observer, and Home Cre- store (Tues. - Sat.). Gift certifi- son. Sponsors can also pur- According to Bauer the auc- Over 60 organizations will homa City’s Peace House, the ations. cates are cheerfully accepted, chase two reserved seats with tion will also feature two pre- come together on Saturday, host organization. Anne Murray, Peace House organizers added. accompanying honor signs for viously owned cars, including Nov. 12 during the 31st annu- “The Peace Festival show- volunteer and festival organiz- ”As always, donations are $75. a 2001 Ford Explorer. al Fall Peace Festival in down- cases the good efforts of private er said, “Live entertainment by tax deductible, and each per- The annual auction helps to “Last year’s auction was town Oklahoma City. The event, groups working in those areas,” local musicians and fair trade son donating will receive rec- fund medical treatments for very successful, but we need which is free and open to the Batchelder added. goods on sale make this a pop- ognition for his or her dona- pets that need to be spayed or to double the proceeds this pubic, will provide a cornucopia Group representatives at each ular event for supporters of hu- tion,” said auction volunteer, neutered, which reduces the year because of increasing de- of entertainment, information table will provide brochures, man rights, social justice, envi- Karen Terry. “And we will number of strays and unwant- mand,” said Bauer, who has and items for holiday shoppers. newsletters, and membership ronmental sustainability, and ed animals in a been with the group since The family-friendly festival opportunities in addition to peace.” community. 1997. will be held, from 10 a.m. - 4 sales items. Families will find an adult- Board member “We will have smaller items p.m., in the Hall of Mirrors, lo- Holiday shopping is a big supervised children’s activity and full time vol- to be raffled as well as mystery cated at the Civic Center Music draw for visitors. Tables offer- room, which will provide ac- unteer Edy Bau- grab bags. There is something Hall, 201 N. Walker. ing fair trade and home-made tivities for kids including a story er said, “We usu- for everyone.” An Oklahoma City tradition, goods will include organic cof- quilt, floor puzzles, games, and ally have about Pets & People was founded the festival will feature a di- fee, pottery, crafts, carving and face painting. 500 items avail- in 1990 by Pam Wright, Mel verse collection of people and hand-made items from around Pat Hoerth, owner of Turtle able, including Berger, Donelda Wheatley and interests. There will be plenty the world. Local artists and Rock Farm said, “It’s ‘old home gift baskets and Jody Harlan. The volunteer of free informative materials, craftspeople sell their art as week,’ a day of coming togeth- services such as group began working as a pet refreshments, and a wide ar- well. Other groups offer books, er of people in Oklahoma who restaurant cer- therapy program by visiting ray of crafts and other items for calendars, t-shirts and bumper share the values of compassion tificates and spa nursing centers in Yukon. sale. stickers furthering their mis- and justice. It is encouraging packages.” The organization later ex- “Visitors will find tables and sion. to support one another in our “We always panded into a full service hu- booths of local groups and or- Festival sponsors include the work to help create the state we have a very mane society, rescuing dog ganizations active in social jus- Peace House, the Social Justice want to live in.” eclectic group and cats from area animal tice, human service, human Committee of the First Unitar- continued on page 10 of things at our continued on page 10

Devoted to Family. A Pro-business Leader. Ready to Work. Matt and his wife Margie have five children. Matt Jackson understands that economic Matt Jackson has the experience necessary Matt and his family attend Christ the King issues must drive our priorities at the Capitol to be an effective leader from day one. He Church where he has served as Scoutmaster during these challenging budget years. Matt will help solve our budget issues by cutting for the last 11 years. He has mentored over supports pro-business policies that will government waste and spending more 70 Eagle Scouts, many who live right here in create jobs and expand our economy so we efficiently. We can trust Matt to defend our District 85. can fully fund education, public safety, and values and help get Oklahoma moving in the other critical government services. right direction again.

• Former Sheriff’s Deputy • Businessman • • Scoutmaster • Husband and Father •

Authorized and Paid for by Friends of Matt Jackson • 3001 Willow Brook Rd Oklahoma City, OK 73120 405-650-6674 • [email protected] Page 10 www.city-sentinel.com November 2016 COMMUNITY See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter 31st annual Peace Festival offers a day of holiday shopping and enlightenment continued from page 9

Festival entertainment will be provided by Oklahoma mu- sicians Steve McLinn, founder of Ojas Recording Studio and world-class drumming artist Jahruba Lambeth. The festival brings a special atmosphere of diversity and tol- erance to the metro area. Cultural and spiritual tradi- tions including Buddhist, Baha’i, Muslim, Quaker, Religions Unit- ed, Unitarian Universalists and others will be represented. Longtime participant of the Peace Festival, Terry Denni- Thousands of homeless pets, like Hannah, a female Treeing Walker Coonhound, will benefit from funds raised during Pets son, Planned Parenthood Great & People Humane Society’s Annual Charity Auction on Nov. 5, in Oklahoma City. Photo provided. Plains Director of Educational Services said, “We teach that sexuality is a basic, integral part Pets & People 15th annual Charity Auction of life. The decisions we make On Saturday, Nov. 12 the 31st annual Peace Festival will bring together a cornu- every day regarding sexuality copia of entertainment, information and items for holiday shoppers. can have profound, long-lasting Photos by John Walters. set to benefit area homeless pets impacts on life planning, self- Based in Oklahoma City, Indonesia. continued from page 9 deductible cash donations. determination, and economic PAMBE Ghana, a nonprofit or- Linda Temple, PAMBE Ghana “We do not have any federal, security.” ganization founded by Alice Global Market volunteer prod- shelters. state, or local funding, but rely The Oklahoma Vegetar- Azumi Iddi-Gubbels, will of- uct coordinator said, “These are To support the shelter’s res- on adoption fees and the gen- ian Society will offer home- fer items from its seasonal fair items you can feel good about cued pets, Pets & People added erosity of our wonderful sup- made snacks, lunch items trade shop such as pottery, bas- buying. The many products we a foster home program, com- porters to carry out our mis- and recipes and information kets, clothing, and jewelry from offer are all handmade by indi- munity projects, and school sion,” Bauer said. about the benefits of a meatless, countries including Guatemala, viduals who are paid a fair wage education programs emphasiz- Visit petsandpeople.com plant-based diet. Haiti, Peru, Ghana, India, and for their work. They are beauti- ing the importance of spaying to purchase tickets online, or ful and make great personal use and neutering animals. send a self-addressed, stamped and gift items.” A thrift store at 322 Elm Ave. envelope to Pets and Peo- Gail Sloop, art educator at in Yukon also benefits Pets & ple Humane Society, P.O. Box John Marshall Middle School People. Store hours are Tues- 850587, Yukon, OK, 73085-0587. in Oklahoma City and regular day - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Tickets may be purchased in event volunteer said, “Children and Sundays by appointment. advance at the Yukon Animal need to see adults modeling ac- Call 405-350-3199 for details. Shelter during Pets and People tivities such as the Fall Peace Pets and People’s adoption Olive, an adorable domestic long Hair- adoption hours from noon to Festival in their community.” donations are $120 for dogs and black and white mix rescue is now 5:30 p.m. seven days a week at Batchelder added, “Visitors $80 for cats. The adoption fees available for adoption through Pets 701 Inla in Yukon. The shelter are inspired by the community include spaying or neutering, and People Humane Society. Photo is located two blocks north of provided. of local groups and people mak- rabies certification and tags, Route 66 and one block west. ing a difference in our world microchipping and worming. “We house these pets at our and right here in Oklahoma “All of our pets are vaccinat- shelter or in foster homes until For more information about City.” ed, wormed, tested for disease, forever, responsible homes are the Charity Auction or to More information is available spayed or neutered and given found.” make a donation, contact Pets by contacting the Peace House preventative medications such Recognized as a 501(c)(3) and People at 405-350-7387, Pat Hoerth will share information about Green Connections OKC and Turtle Rock at 405-524-5577 or by visiting as heartworm and flea and tick charitable organization Pets [email protected], or Farm at the 2016 Peace Festival on Saturday, Nov. 12. peacehouseok.org. if necessary,” Bauer said. and People also welcomes tax visit petsandpeople.com. Page 11 www.city-sentinel.com November 2016 COMMUNITY See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter Inaugural OSU Global Horticulture Conference set for Nov. 17 continued from page 7 Registration, including lunch, costs $80 and must be “Horticulture from other postmarked by Tuesday, Nov.. countries around the world is 8. The Botanic Garden at OSU so fascinating, and this con- members, county Extension ference is one way people can educators, Master Gardeners have an opportunity to learn and students may register for more about it,” Schnelle said. $60. No walk-in or late regis- “We’ve got many university trations will be accepted. and industry specialists who According to the OSU web- will be on hand to share their site, an emphasis will be placed knowledge, expertise and re- on edible and/or ornamen- search-based information on tal crops, however related ag- global horticulture.” ricultural topics may also be

Kate Schecter, president and CEO of World Neighbors in Oklahoma City, will be the keynote speaker at the Global Horticulture Conference in Stillwater. Photo provided.

reviewed. Anyone who en- ing in themselves. joys horticulture and/or travel “Farmers borrow relatively would benefit from this event, small sums of money to pur- the site states. chase additional fishponds, Professor Allen Hertzke (University of Oklahoma) will be the keynote speaker on Schnelle said the conference greenhouses and irrigation the topic “Why Religious Freedom Matters - Especially Now.” at the Oklahoma will feature horticultural infor- systems. This leads to more Conference of Churches’ Annual Dinner on Nov. 10 in Oklahoma City. Photo pro- mation from China, South Af- income and more investment vided. rica, Ethiopia, Mali, Kenya, Do- — the classic development cy- minican Republic, Nicaragua cle,” she recently explained on and more. CNBC Africa and in an article OCC annual dinner to “We’ve got a lot of topics for “World Policy.” on the agenda, including what In addition to horticulture, The Global Horticulture Conference will feature horticultural information from feature religious scholar China, South Africa, Ethiopia, Mali, Kenya, Dominican Republic, Nicaragua and preparations are being done Barbara Brown, OSU Coopera- more. Photo provided. now in order to be able to feed tive Extension food specialist, a population of 9.1 billion by will be on hand to talk about Professor Allen D. the year 2050,” said Schnelle. Nicaraguan cuisine. “We’ll also talk about sustain- “The goal was to help wom- Hertzke able and regenerative agricul- en in Nueva Guinea, Nicara- By Darla Shelden ture, aesthetics and culture gua, with the development of City Sentinel Reporter of Chinese landscapes, water, alternative jam and jelly prod- the role of women in horticul- ucts that could be sold to im- The 2016 Oklahoma Con- ture, the Watoto Tribe and the prove family income,” Brown ference of Churches (OCC) global implications of OSU’s said. “The work was part of Annual Dinner will be held Greenseeder Hand Planter.” the Fruit Preserving Farmer- Thursday, Nov. 10 at the Em- Kate Schecter, president and to-Farmer Program implement- bassy Suites Hotel, Downtown CEO of World Neighbors in ed by Partners of the Ameri- Medical Center, 741 North Oklahoma City, will serve as cans and funded by the United Phillips Ave., in Oklahoma the keynote speaker. States Agency for International City. World Neighbors is an in- Development.” Registration and the recep- ternational development orga- Specialists also will pro- tion will start at 5:15 p.m., with nization striving to eliminate vide information about vari- dinner and the program begin- hunger, poverty and disease in ous fruits and vegetables from ning at 6 p.m. Tickets are $50 the poorest, most isolated rural around the world. each. villages in Asia, Africa and Lat- Schnelle said, “This confer- OCC is comprised of 16 de- in America. ence is chocked full of infor- nominations; 1500 local con- “We’re reaching out to the mation and participants will go gregations; ecumenical, Inter- ends of the earth, to people home with a wealth of knowl- faith, and community partners The Rev. Dr. Robin Meyers, Senior who nobody ever reaches, and edge regarding global horticul- Minister of Mayflower Congregational totaling more than half a mil- helping them develop, man- ture.” United Church of Christ in Oklahoma lion Oklahomans. age and sustain their own pro- Online registration is avail- City, will receive OCC’s 2016 Bishop The event keynote speaker Floyd M. Schoenhals Distinguished grams that solve problems and able at secure.touchnet.com. will be Allen D. Hertzke, the Ecumenist Award on Nov. 10. Photo change lives,” said Schecter. Select Horticulture Landscape, David Ross Boyd Professor of provided. In 24 villages in Kenya, for then, click Conference Regis- Political Science at the Uni- the future for the whole com- example, World Neighbors is tration. Then go to 2016 Global versity of Oklahoma, who will munity,” said the Rev. Dr. Wil- teaching farmers about fish, Horticulture. discuss the topic “Why Reli- liam Tabbernee, OCC Execu- livestock, vegetables and roses gious Freedom Matters - Espe- tive Director. so they can be more than sub- For more information, con- cially Now.” “OCC is vitally important sistence farmers. tact Schnelle at 405-744-7361, Professor Hertzke is an in- in connecting, motivating, and Schecter continued, “We’re or via email at mike.schnelle@ ternationally renowned expert empowering diverse groups to investing in them, through ag- okstate.edu. For the complete on religion and politics, with work together on issues such ricultural innovations, health schedule of events, visit hortla. numerous published works on as combating racism, provid- and finance, and they’re invest- okstate.edu/events the topic. ing care for those affected by Hertzke’s most recent book, natural disaster, and opposing co-edited with Tim Shaw, all forms of injustice.” is Christianity and Freedom: The Rev. Dr. Robin Mey- Historical Perspectives (2016 - ers, Senior Minister of May- Cambridge University Press). flower Congregational Unit- His earlier books on the sub- ed Church of Christ, Oklaho- ject are The Future of Religious ma City, will receive OCC’s Freedom: Global Challenges 2016 Bishop Floyd M. Schoen- (2013) and Religious Freedom in hals Distinguished Ecumenist America: Constitutional Roots Award. The citation is named and Contemporary Challenges after the former bishop of the (2013). Arkansas-Oklahoma Synod Between 2008 and 2010 of the Evangelical Lutheran Hertzke served as lead con- Church in America. Bishop sultant for the John Templeton Foundation to develop strate- gic recommendations for ad- vancing religious freedom around the globe. In 2012, he was selected by Pope Benedict XVI to the prestigious Pontifi- cal Academy of Social Scienc- es. “The Annual Dinner en- ables us to celebrate all that we have already achieved in 2016 and to look forward to making an even greater difference in Faith Directory

First Baptist Church of Oklahoma City Weekend Masses: Sat.Vigil @ 4pm; Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help The 2016 Oklahoma Conference of 3214 N. Lake Ave., OKC, OK 73118 “In the heart of our city with a heart for the Sunday @ 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Churches Interfaith Award will be pre- world.” 1201 N. Robinson NOON - Spanish Service, Weekday Masses: Ph. 525-2349 sented at their Annual Dinner on Nov. Ph. 232-4255 www.fbcokc.org Mon-Fri. @ Noon, Sacrament of Reconciliation: Pastor: Rev. John Metzinger 10 to Dr. Carl Rubenstein, a cardiolo- Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.; Worship: 10:30 Mon-Fri. 11:30 a.m. Sat. 3:15 p.m. Weekend Masses: Sat. @ 5 p.m., Sun. @ 8 gist and President of the Interfaith Al- a.m., 10 a.m., 11:45 a.m. (V.N.) liance of Oklahoma. Photo provided. a.m. Wednesday: Dinner 5p.m.; St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral Bible Study 6 p.m. Thurs: SALT (Study & Lunch Restoration Church at the Dome Schoenhals will introduce Dr. N.W. 7th and Robinson Together) 11:45a.m. 36th & N. Walker, OKC, 73118 Meyers for the award. www.stpaulsokc.org Ph. 235-3436 Phone: 525 -6551 Cardiologist and President St. Joseph Old Cathedral Sunday Holy Eucharist: 8, 9, 11 a.m. Sundays: of the Interfaith Alliance of 307 N.W. 4th St., OKC, OK 73101 Christian Education: 10:10 a.m. Worship- 10:30 Oklahoma, Dr. Carl Ruben- Ph. 235-4565 Saturday Holy Eucharist: 5 p.m. restorationdome.church continued on page 12 Page 12 www.city-sentinel.com November 2016 COMMUNITY See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter OCC annual dinner to feature religious scholar Professor Allen D. Hertzke continued from page 11

stein will receive the OCC In- terfaith Award. After a dis- tinguished career in General and Preventive Cardiology in Oklahoma City, Rubenstein has devoted much of his time during his “semi-retirement” to projects that promote inter- faith understanding and coun- ter prejudice. Rubenstein has been an ac- tive member of Temple B’nai Israel in Oklahoma City since 1972 where he has served the congregation in several ca- pacities. Rabbi Vered Harris Former State Senator Connie Johnson, speaks during the OK-CADP World Day Against the Death Penalty press conference. of Temple B’nai Israel will be Photos by Darla Shelden. presenting the award to Dr. The Oklahoma Conference of Churches 2016 Community Service Award will be Rubenstein that evening. given to Jalal (left) and Mohammad Farzaneh, co-founders of Home Creations. OK-CADP honors World Day Against The recipients of this year’s Photo provided by Home Creations. OCC Community Service and generosity of the Farzaneh nion Leader of a member de- Award are Jalal and Moham- family,” said the Very Rev. nomination. the Death Penalty and urges no vote mad Farzaneh, co-founders Justin Lindstrom, Dean of St. The inaugural recipients are of Home Creations. The Far- Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral and Bishop Edward Slattery, Tulsa on S.Q. 776 zaneh brothers have contrib- President of the OCC Board of Diocese of the Roman Catholic uted to Oklahoma by support- Directors. Church; Bishop Robert Hayes, By Darla Shelden Fallin, Pruitt and Christian ing higher education, religious According to Dean Lind- United Methodist Church; and City Sentinel Reporter all contend the use of nitrogen organizations, and communi- strom, the OCC Board has es- the Rev. Aaron Carland, Gen- hypoxia is a ‘humane’ alterna- ty projects. Dr. Imad Enchas- tablished a new OCC Commu- eral Presbyter of the Indian In recognition of the 14th an- tive to lethal injection si, Senior Imam of the Islamic nion Leader Emeritus Award. Nations Presbytery. nual World Day Against the Jim Rowan, OK-CADP board Society of Greater Oklahoma It will honor “Heads of Com- Tickets may be purchased Death Penalty (Oct. 10), the member and Oklahoma Coun- City will present this award. munion” who have retired on-line by visiting okchurches. Oklahoma Coalition to Abolish ty Public Defender believes “Oklahoma is a much bet- from office after serving at org. For additional informa- the Death Penalty (OK-CADP) the use of nitrogen hypoxia is ter place because of the vision least five years as the Commu- tion, call 405-525-2928. hosted a press conference at a “knee jerk” response to the the state Capitol. Glossip v. Gross 2015 U.S. Su- “The goal of this year’s preme Court case that ruled World Day observance is to in a 5-4 decision that use of the Elvis Costello spins tales and raise awareness around the ap- three-drug protocol did not plication of the death penalty constitute cruel and unusu- for terrorism related offens- al punishment under the 8th serenades during OKC “Detour” es and to reduce its use,” said Amendment. Connie Johnson, OK-CADP “There will be lots of litiga- Rabbi Emeritus David Packman of solo concert Chair and head of the Say No tion on these new execution Temple B’Nai Israel urges the state of By Darla Shelden to State Question 776 cam- methods that have never been Oklahoma to refrain from capital pun- ishment. City Sentinel Reporter paign, which will be on the tried or vetted,” Rowan said, Nov. 8 ballot. “There is no effective, painless Born Declan Patrick Mac- “Today we are on the brink way to execute anyone.” Manus, Elvis Costello per- of a vote whether to seal the A former pastor, Rep. formed mostly solo to a nearly death penalty into our consti- George Young, (D-Oklahoma full house at the Chevy Brick- tution. Attorney General Scott County) said, “Capitol punish- town Events Center in Okla- Pruitt has called for the devel- ment is government sanctioned homa City last month. The opment of a nitrogen gas proto- murder. I respond to Cain’s multi-genre musical raconteur col in anticipation of using the question and say yes, I am my told tales during the eclectic death penalty when the mora- brother’s keeper. We ought to two hour “Detour” concert. torium expires. look beyond our own self inter- With his lovable British accent “Horribly botched execu- ests of being tough on crime, and uniquely Elvis humor, he tions are the predictable con- and a movement to be elected described his boyhood histo- sequence of the extreme se- to higher office.” ry, beginnings in the music biz crecy surrounding Oklahoma’s A Buddhist and member of and recent and future musical execution practices. Adopting the Soka Gakkai Internation- Music icon Elvis Costello performed with Larkin Poe’s, Rebecca Lovell (left) and endeavors. Megan Lovell (right) last month at the Chevy Bricktown Events Center during his a new untested method under al USA – OKC Chapter, Diana The tour follows the recent “Detour” concert tour. the same shroud of secrecy Freeland said, “As one whose Oklahoma State Rep. George Young release of Costello’s autobi- Photo by Darla Shelden. will only increase the risk of husband and mother in-law speaks against the death penalty at a ography “Unfaithful Music & his debut album My Aim is of his heroes, on “Walking more errors.” died the victims of murder, I press conference hosted by the Okla- homa Coalition to Abolish the Death Disappearing Ink.” True, followed by Accidents on Thin Ice” by Yoko Ono. Johnson added, “This un- stand firmly and unequivocal- Penalty. The stage was a show in Will Happen, Ascension Day, Costello told how Toussaint derscores the lack of need for ly opposed to the death penalty itself, featuring a large vin- Every Day I Write The Book rebuilt his entire career after State Question 776, which was for those convicted of capitol tage television, radio signage, and Church Underground. Katrina and mentioned their enacted at the time that House offences.” a plethora of guitars, several He interspersed his multi- collaboration on the Grammy Bill 1879 and SJR 31 were al- Rabbi Emeritus A. David vintage microphones, a grand stylistic rocker/serious virtu- nominated The River in Re- ready passed.” Packman of Temple B’Nai Is- piano he attributed to his well oso music with relaxed, funny, verse. Sponsored by Rep. Mike rael, spoke of Mishnah teach- known singer/songwriter and sometimes serious conver- Moving to the piano he said Christian, R-Oklahoma City, H. ings saying, “By surrounding wife, Diana Krall, and a chair sation. he “borrowed from his wife,” B. 1879 says that if lethal injec- the laws of capitol punishment where he serenaded us with He said starting out in the who was “home with the kids.” tion is determined to be uncon- with procedures that made it several crowd favorites. business he sent out tapes of The couple has twin boys. Be- stitutional or becomes unavail- impossible to carry out, prac- His repertoire included ma- his recordings, noting, “they fore performing the lovelorn able, an execution shall be car- tically speaking, Judaism has terials for a forthcoming musi- were very courteous – they tune Almost Blue, he said, “I ried out by nitrogen hypoxia. abolished capitol punishment. cal adaptation of A Face in the sent them back to me.” heard my wife play this song The next legal alternatives are I speak now urging the state of Crowd, which he previewed Costello’s father, Ross Mc- at the Royal Albert Hall before electrocution and firing squad. Oklahoma to refrain from capi- on Broadway in June. He has Manus was a well known sing- we were married and I knew I Senate Joint Resolution 31 tol punishment and find more written 17 songs for the score, er and trumpet player in the was in a lot of trouble.” Other authored by Sen. Anthony humane ways.” including selections he per- Joe Loss Orchestra. Elvis pro- keyboard selections included Sykes, R-Moore, was the con- Also urging Oklahomans to formed, A Face In The Crowd, claimed that he’s a sentimental Deep Dark Truthful Mirror, and stitutional amendment passed vote no on S.Q. 776 was Carla Don Heath, OK-CADP vice chair urges Oklahomans to vote no on State Ques- Vitajex, Blood And Hot Sauce, type reminiscing that his par- Face in the Crowd. April 2015, establishing validity Darks, sister of Tyrone Peter tion 776 on Nov. 8. and Burn The Paper Down To ents met across the counter in Costello has performed nu- of death penalty and methods Darks, who was executed by le- Ash. a record shop. merous times at Cain’s Ball- of execution. thal injection in Oklahoma on (DOC). Stage screen visuals opened He talked casually about his room in Tulsa and once at the Gov. Mary Fallin signed HB January 13, 2004. “I think the grand jury’s re- with Costello’s Monkey to Man childhood and early days as a Oklahoma City Zoo Amphi- 1879 following the infamous Patrick B. McGuigan, editor port should be appalling to music video, then flashed a performer making the show theater. botched execution of Clayton of The City Sentinel comment- Oklahomans,” said former Gov. montage of childhood photos, feel like we were just hanging While on stage, he acknowl- Lockett, using a three-drug le- ed, “after decades of strong Brad Henry, co-chairman of film noir movie posters, and out with an old friend. He re- edged two “friends” from thal injection protocol of mid- public support for the ultimate the Oklahoma Death Penalty other images that spun the de- called performing with his fa- Oklahoma, Rock And Roll azolam, pancuronium bromide, sanction, the Sooner State’s Review Commission, which tails of his personal and musi- ther in Blackpool only to slyly Hall Of Fame Inductee Wanda and potassium chloride. Lock- underlying conservatism has will reveal its recommenda- cal history. unplug the power since he was Jackson, who was in the audi- ett spent an excruciating 43 shifted toward a questioning tions in February 2017. First songs up were (The “so badly out of tune.” ence, and jazz great Chet Bak- minutes suffering before being posture.” Johnson believes the Glossip Angels Wanna Wear My) Red Elvis recalled working with er, who performed with him in proclaimed dead, resulting in One survey found support case is a major factor in the na- Shoes and Poison Moon, from the late Allen Toussaint, one London. Black and white pho- what has been called a ‘proce- for life without the possibility tion’s overall change of opinion tos of an earlier Miss Jackson dural disaster.’ of parole. towards the death penalty. and Mr. Baker were part of the Later it was learned that the According to the Wall Street “This is one case in a life- nostalgic program. state used the wrong drug, po- Journal, reduction in execu- time that has come along and Mentioning that Baker soul- tassium acetate, not potassium tions this year are due to “a has totally flipped the message fully covered Almost Blue, El- chloride, to execute Charles dwindling supply of lethal in Oklahoma,” Johnson said. vis said he “regretted never Warner in January 2015. drugs, a key U.S. Supreme “Basically we are indebted to taking up the trumpet.” Drawing international media Court decision and growing Richard Glossip, a person who Moving to a comfy chair attention, the fourth attempt scrutiny of expert testimony is potentially innocent and was with a ukulele, Walking My to execute Richard Glossip on and evidence.” scheduled to die, and to Okla- Baby Back Home was dedicat- September 30, 2015, was put on In May of this year a “scath- homa’s broken criminal justice ed to Ms. Krall. While there hold after officials discovered ing” multi-county grand jury system, in bringing us to have he did bittersweet guitar ren- the state had received the same report revealed a plethora of this conversation today.” ditions of Side By Side and incorrect drug for his execu- mistakes by the Oklahoma Ghost Train. tion. Department of Corrections Grabbing yet another guitar, Elvis cranked up the volume on Watching the Detectives, CHECK OUT OUR WEB SITE Born Declan MacManus, Elvis Costello performed, mostly solo, to a nearly full and although solo, he rocked house at the Chevy Bricktown Events Center in Oklahoma City on Oct. 10. www.City-Sentinel.com Elvis Costello Facebook Photo. continued on page 13 Page 13 www.city-sentinel.com November 2016 ENTERTAINMENT See us online, and on Facebook and Twitter Brightmusic Internationally acclaimed Oklahoma season cellist joins soprano for Armstrong continues Auditorium performance Staff Report humorous “coffee” cantata. Vio- in the New linist Hong Zhu will join for the The exquisite blending of final set — a transcription of voice and cello promises to de- Richard Strauss’s epic Four Last Year – your light audiences on Thursday, Songs. Nov. 10 when Oklahoma virtuo- Armstrong Auditorium’s 823- support is so Tess Remy-Schumacher part- seat theater is crafted with acous- ners with soprano Paula Malone tics that rival the world’s finest for the second performance in venues; from Vienna’s Musikv- vital! Armstrong Auditorium’s 2016-17 erein to Boston’s Symphony Hall, Staff Report Crowning Brightmusic’s homa’s economy suffers when performance arts season. From the volume-to-seat ratio is supe- ambitious ensemble season, as energy prices are depressed, Bach’s “Coffee Cantata” to De- rior at Armstrong. With a choice It’s never too early to plan Concert 5 in this cycle, will be as they currently are. This is libes’ “Flower Duet,” the program concert roster, Armstrong Audi- ahead for the joy of world-class “Grand Knight for Winds” on one of those seasons. With the features a variety of classic com- torium provides top-tier talent chamber music performed by May 2, with two grand works downturn in energy-sector positions transcribed for the two for every taste. the best local and regional mu- of Dvorák and Mozart, and revenues and cuts to state and instruments. (Left-right) Soprano Paula Malone and “These two wonderfully tal- sicians – and acclaimed guests featuring guest conductor private funding for the arts, “So many say the cello is virtuoso Tess Remy-Schumacher. ented ladies are bringing togeth- from out of town. Professor Michael Haithcock, Brightmusic has lost some of their favorite instrument,” said tralia, Europe and at Carnegie er classical favorites for an inti- Our friends at the Bright- Director of University Bands the funding it has relied on in Ryan Malone, Armstrong Audi- Recital Hall in New York. mate, world-class experience,” music Chamber Ensemble con- and Professor of Conducting at the past, and so we must tight- torium concert manager. “Since Malone has been featured on said Armstrong Auditorium Mar- tinues their current season the University of Michigan. en the belt. it so closely resembles the hu- 11 albums and recordings in a va- keting Director Shane Granger, on January 17, 2017. The con- “At the same time, the man voice, the audience is in for riety of styles including orato- APR. “With only 75 feet between cert theme “Lands Near and Although Brightmusic con- Brightmusic Chamber Ensem- an absolutely exquisite night to rio, Christian contemporary and the stage and the back wall, every Far” will include works from certs are never “regular,” the ble strives to present the high- hear the blending of these two folk ballads. She has appeared seat feels like the artists are per- magnificent authors such as customary dates are on Tues- est-quality chamber music sounds.” at Armstrong with artists as di- forming just for you.” Alexander Arutiunian (Suite days at 7:30 p.m. in the beau- with fewer resources. We are a Both Paula Malone and Remy- verse as guitarist Pepe Rome- Armstrong Auditorium re- for Clarinet, Violin & Piano), tiful space at St. Paul’s Episco- non-profit organization, so ev- Schumacher have taught music at ro, the Eroica Trio and the leg- ceived the 2016 TripAdvisor® Ralph Vaughan Williams (“On pal Cathedral. Tickets may be ery penny goes to bringing you the University of Central Oklaho- endary Marvin Hamlisch. Ad- Certificate of Excellence, which Wenlock Edge” – for Tenor, purchased at the door. the finest performances pos- ma. Remy-Schumacher achieved ditionally, she performed as a celebrates hospitality businesses Piano, 2 Violins, Viola & Cel- June will bring Brightmu- sible. Please consider making first prizes in Germany’s Jugend soloist in Brahms’ A German that have earned great traveler lo), our community’s own Ed- sic’s Sixth Annual Chamber a contribution over and above musiziert, New York’s Interna- Requiem,Mendelssohn’s Elijah reviews on TripAdvisor during ward Knight (“Curve of Gold” Music Festival. For that grand your annual membership to tional Artist Competition and and Handel’s Messiah. the past year. – for Tenor, Clarinet & Piano) event, dates, venue, musi- keep top-caliber chamber mu- Rome’s Carlo-Zecchi Competi- The duo will also welcome Tickets to see Schumacher and and Béla Bartók, (Contrasts for cians and programs will be an- sic alive and well in Oklahoma tion alongside pianist Michael two guest artists from UCO. Flut- Malone begin at $15. For more Clarinet, Violin & Piano). nounced in January and will City.” Staudt. She is a concert soloist ist Emily Butterfield will join at information, please visit Arm- On March 7 comes “Roman- include the annual Mae Ruth Send contributions to with many years of experience, the top of the program for a set strongAuditorium.org or call ticism Revisited,” which prom- Swanson Memorial Concert. Brightmusic Society of Okla- with performances in Asia, Aus- of Bach cantatas—including the 405-285-1010. ises to illustrate many facts of In a recent note, Brightmu- homa, P. O. Box 20254, Oklaho- Romanticism, featuring trios sic organizers shared a hint ma City, OK 73156. Or find out by Carl Maria von Weber and of the reality all artistic orga- how to help with online gifts, Sergei Rachmaninoff and a nizations face hereabouts: “It by visiting brightmusic.org/ First Friday on the Paseo is Friday, Nov. 4 quartet by Richard Strauss. is not really ‘news’ that Okla- donate . continued from page 1 Dinner and Auction, which than 80 artists in over 20 gal- is Wednesday, Nov. 16 at the leries participate. Three res- November include G’s Chili Co. Skirvin Hilton. The tickets are taurants and a handful of shops G’s Chili Company is commit- $75 and may be purchased on round out the Paseo’s distinc- Elvis Costello spins tales and serenades ted to serving authentic gour- the website or by calling the tive atmosphere. The Paseo is met chili with a flavor beyond PAA office. Oklahoma City’s unique arts during OKC “Detour” solo concert compare over pasta and on Each First Friday, Paseo gal- destination, located between continued from page 12 lowed by Clown Strike, Burn ing round of applause, before sandwiches. Eddie’s Wings will leries offer specially themed N.W. 27 & 30 Streets and Walk- the Paper Down to Ash (Rebec- breaking into Blood and Hot be serving wings, pasta, sand- exhibits, refreshments, guest er & Hudson.For more infor- ca singing lead), and Vitajex. Sauce. wiches and salads. artists and a variety of enter- mation, call the Paseo Arts As- the room like a full band. Mov- Using only guitars and a The high-powered set fin- Tickets are also on sale for tainment opportunities – all sociation at (405) 525-2688 or ing to the edge of the stage he kick drum, Larkin Poe deliv- ished off with That’s Not The the 10th Annual Arts Awards within walking distance. More email [email protected]. performed Alison, unplugged. ered strong blues-rock tunes Part Of Him You’re Leaving, Next a delightful vintage with a riveting style of their Blame in on Cain. Pump It Up video played of Elvis’ father (a own during the opening set. and I Want You. mirror image) performing “If I Glorious vocals and stellar Costello, now 62, closed the had a Hammer” a la Trini Lo- performances were witnessed show with a rousing version of pez. while accompanying Costello. (What’s So Funny ‘Bout) Peace Returning to the stage Elvis casually stated he Love and Understanding – Costello was joined by Geor- was unofficially announcing sounding as good today as he gia Lovell sister duo, Larkin his candidacy to an approv- did nearly 40 years ago. Poe. With Rebecca on man- dolin and Megan on lap steel, they provided sweet harmo- nies to Costello’s delivery of Nothing Clings Like Ivy, fol-

Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Inductee and Oklahoma native Wanda Jackson received a shout out by Elvis Costello during his “Detour“ concert at the Chevy Bricktown Events Center in Oklahoma City. Elvis Costello Facebook Photo. EXPERIENCE FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY WALK Friday, November 4, 2016 • 6-10pm Live Music: Stephen Salewon ARTS DISTRICT Food Trucks: G’s Chili Co. & Eddie’s Wings In the Paseo Art Space: Jann Jeffrey “Conversations” New paintings and glass creations. Show runs November 4 - 26 Local and national art, great food, art classes and plenty of shopping!

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