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Voting Guide

With a new platform in place, an office headquarters established, rising membership and ongoing outreach, Payne County Democrats and the Oklahoma Democratic Party are making strides to flip seats in the 2026 Midterm elections. Check out our upcoming events.

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Voting Guide

With a new platform in place, an office headquarters established, rising membership and ongoing outreach, Payne County Democrats and the Oklahoma Democratic Party are making strides to flip seats in the 2026 Midterm elections. Check out our upcoming events.

Vote November 3rd

Oklahoma Democratic Candidates

Get to know your future representatives

Cyndi Munson

Cyndi Munson

Governor

https://www.cyndimunson.com/ 

The daughter of a Vietnam War Veteran and a South Korean immigrant, Cyndi grew up in Lawton. Cyndi and her younger sister were raised by their single father, who worked multiple jobs while serving in the U.S. Army. To make ends meet, her family had to move every year chasing cheaper rent. Cyndi would move 10 times before graduating high school, all in the same town.


  • Invest in Public Schools & Raise Teacher Pay

  • Provide Tax Relief for Everyday Oklahomans

  • Lower Healthcare Costs for Oklahomans

  • Repeal Oklahoma’s Abortion Ban

Kelly Forbes

Kelly Forbes

Lt. Governor

https://forbesforoklahoma.com/ 

Dr. Kelly Forbes is a lifelong Oklahoman, raised in Skiatook and Broken Arrow. He now lives in Oklahoma City with his partner, Dr. Chris Culver. He earned his degree in Spanish from Oklahoma City University, then a Master’s in Bilingual Education and Administrative Leadership from the University of Central Oklahoma. 

  • Build a stronger economy

  • Invest in our public education

  • Expand access and affordability of health care

  • Promote tourism to our great state

  • Fight corruption & hold Oklahoma’s government accountable

Nick Coffey

Nick Coffey

Attorney General

https://www.coffeyforok.com/

  • Nick Coffey is a career prosecutor and lifelong Oklahoman with a proven record of upholding the rule of law, protecting our communities, and holding powerful criminal organizations accountable.

    • Nick's time as a federal prosecutor has prepared him to increase public safety by cracking down on illegal firearms in the wrong hands, fighting drug cartels that flood our communities with street drugs, protect our kids from online predators and protect private property and Oklahoma land from foreign entities.

Jasmine Thomas

Jasmine Thomas

Senate

https://www.jasmineforok.com/ 

Jasmine represents the next generation of leadership, one that puts people over profit, community over corporations, and truth over politics.N'Kiyla "Jasmine" Thomas is a proud Chickasaw citizen, nurse, and active-duty military spouse who understands the struggles of everyday Oklahomans because she's lived them. Born and raised in Ardmore, Oklahoma, Jasmine comes from humble beginnings and has dedicated her life to serving others through healthcare, advocacy, and community service. Jasmine's platform is rooted in fighting for the underserved and unheard:

  • Healthcare: Addressing the nursing shortage and protecting women's healthcare rights

  • Infrastructure: Fixing Oklahoma's crumbling roads, bridges, and utilities

  • Agriculture: Supporting our farmers and ranchers with practical policies

  • Education: Ensuring quality resources for all children, including those with special needs

  • Civil Rights: Advancing equality for all Oklahomans

  • Uncapping the House: Expanding the number of seats in the U.S. House of Representatives to ensure fairer representation as the population grows, so every community has a stronger, more accurate voice in Congress.

Max Burchett

Max Burchett

House District 33

https://www.burchettforok.com/ 

Dr. Max Burchett, Jr. is a husband, father, pharmacist, healthcare executive, and candidate for Oklahoma House District 33. He has spent his career working in healthcare and technology leadership, where he has managed complex operations, led teams, overseen budgets, protected sensitive information, and solved practical problems that directly affect patients and employees.

Dr. Burchett holds a Doctor of Pharmacy, a Master of Healthcare Administration, and a Doctorate in Biblical Studies. He is running for the Oklahoma House of Representatives because he believes Logan and Payne Counties deserve practical, accessible leadership focused on solving problems rather than political division.

As a father and healthcare professional, Dr. Burchett understands the importance of strong public schools, accessible and affordable healthcare, safe communities, responsible economic development, and a state government that is accountable to the people it serves

  • Improving access and reducing barriers so Oklahomans can get the care they need.

  • Supporting strong schools that prepare students and strengthen our workforce. 

  • Growing local economies by supporting small businesses and working families. 

  • Ensuring the government operates efficiently, responsibly, and transparently. 


Suzie Byrd

Suzie Byrd

US House district 3

https://www.facebook.com/suzie3congress 

I was born and raised in Oklahoma. My grandparents were farmers in SW Oklahoma and my Dad was in the oil field. I was Oklahoma State University's first female All American Athlete. As a reporter and business woman, I feel like I have learned what is important in our district from the stories I have written and the people I have met. I love people. I am a connector, a communicator and problem solver.

  • I am for universal healthcare. 

  • I am for affordable housing and a livable wage. 

  • No more supply side economics and tax cuts for the rich.

  • Water sustainability

  • Ending tax cuts for the rich

  • End congressional insider trading

  • End ICE

  • Stop, slow down, and regulate AI Data Centers

Trish Ranson

Trish Ranson

House District 34

https://www.ransonhouse34.com/

Serving the people of HD34/Stillwater has been one of my proudest endeavors. Here’s to continuing this good work in the 2026 legislative session. Let’s continue working for a better Oklahoma… together.”

  • Protect Soonercare 

  • Food Insecurity affects 15% of Oklahomans, which is more than the national average of 13.5%.

  • I will always fight to ensure all Oklahoman’s, regardless of who they love and who they are, have the same right to happiness and opportunity in our state.

Craig MacIntyre

Craig MacIntyre

Insurance commissioner

https://craigforcommish26.com/ 

“I believe in Affordable insurance, Acceptable and fair claims practices, and insurance Available when Oklahomans need it. We need insurance companies to be fair, transparent, and accountable in Oklahoma.”

  • Starting in 2027 the Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner has the tools to lower rates.

Kevin Dawson

Kevin Dawson

Commissioner of labor

https://www.kevinldawson.com/ 

  • “When safety rules are written in blood,
    enforcement is not optional.”​ I’m running for Oklahoma Labor Commissioner because the Department of Labor should be something people can trust. I will apply the law equally to everyone, workers and employers alike. 

  • Protecting Workers Under the Law

Oklahoma workers have the right to:

  • Protection against wage theft - ensuring workers are paid the wages they have earned under Oklahoma law

  • Safe and lawful workplaces - with enforcement of state labor laws, public-sector safety requirements, and safety standards within the Department of Labor’s authority

  • Strong child labor protections - making sure young workers are protected as defined by Oklahoma law

  • Consistent application of labor laws - so rules are enforced fairly, predictably, and without favoritism

Rhonda Eastman

Rhonda Eastman

Corporation Commissioner

https://www.eastman2026.com/home

"The Corporation Commission has the responsibility to balance the needs of the people, with the interests of industry. For decades one party has controlled all 3 seats on this commission.

Regulation exists for protection of the environment, resources, and the people from Exploitation and abuse. Companies that intend to do "the right thing" will never complain about regulation. And as long as they follow the rules, they never have to worry about enforcement. "

Jennettie Marshall

Jennettie Marshall

State Superintendent

https://www.marshallforoklahoma.com/about 

Dr. Jennettie Marshall has dedicated her life to serving Oklahoma's children, families, and communities. From leading congregations across the state and serving in child welfare and public safety to representing Oklahoma's largest school district for eight years as a school board member, she has worked to strengthen public education through transparency, accountability, and responsible stewardship of taxpayer resources.

  • clean Up State Department of Education

  • Shift the Focus Back on Educating Students

  • Focus on Teacher Retention

  • Ensuring that state funding allocated for Special Education reaches the students who need it, transparently and effectively, supporting appropriate staffing and resources in every district.