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Public choice theory and the Oklahoma teachers' strike

Here is a textbook example of public choice theory, coming from a Norman school teacher, who was complaining that leaders of the Oklahoma Education Association, the state affiliate of the far-left National Educational Association, haven't been listening to teachers and aren't thinking strategically about accomplishing their tax-hike goals. Norman High...

Posted by Michael Bates on April 11, 2018 10:11 PM

Notes on the Oklahoma teachers' strike

I'll be on 1170 KFAQ with Pat Campbell Wednesday morning, April 11, 2018, just after the 8:00 am news to discuss the teachers' strike, the race for governor and other political topics. Listen at 1170 on the AM dial, online, or on the Tune In app. A collection of notes...

Posted by Michael Bates on April 10, 2018 10:43 PM

Joy Hofmeister, Fount Holland, former teachers' union chief charged with conspiracy to commit election felonies

Sometimes when a public figure's deviant behavior crosses over into criminal activity, the process of investigation turns up emails that point to a completely unrelated crime. Last week we heard about Anthony Weiner's selfie problem leading to a search of his computer, leading to more of Hillary Clinton's emails, including...

Posted by Michael Bates on November 4, 2016 1:37 PM