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March 07Conservative Leadership Quandary
So who is winning Oklahoma hearts and minds at the moment? A Rasmussen survey, conducted on February 24 among 500 likely voters, reports that Mary Fallin continues a significant advantage.
March 06
Congresswoman Fallin visits Altus
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin, who is seeking the Republican nomination for governor this year, was in Altus Thursday to speak at the Southwest Oklahoma Republican Women's ?Meet the Candidate? reception.
March 04
Republicans Poised to Take Back Governor's Seat in Oklahoma
Rep. Mary Fallin, who previously served as Oklahoma's lieutenant governor, holds double-digit leads over the two Democrats looking to hold the seat now occupied by Gov. Brad Henry, according to a Rasmussen Reports poll conducted Feb. 24.
March 03
Oklahoma governor hopefuls make pledges
Each pledged, if elected in November, to work to improve the conditions of women in Oklahoma during a noon luncheon of the Oklahoma Women?s Coalition, a nonprofit group formed less than two years ago to advance the potential of women and girls in the state.
March 02
Fallin stresses conservative views in press room visit
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin, who is seeking the Republican nomination for governor this year, came to the state Capitol Monday. After visits to both House and Senate Republican caucus meetings, she strolled down the fourth floor hallway to stop in the Capitol press room for an impromptu visit and press conference with about a half-dozen reporters.
February 27
Fallin addresses states' rights, Republican unity
Fifth District Congresswoman Mary Fallin said Friday that she's all for states' rights and limited government but might not take it as far as some would like.
February 26
Tulsa Today: An Interview with Mary Fallin
February 22
Painting the Midwest Red: A Sea Change is Coming in this Year's Governors' Races
And in the Midwest I think we are in very good position to win some back: Right now we are on track to take over governorships in Kansas with Sam Brownback and Oklahoma with Mary Fallin.
February 22
Mary Fallin: Not Enough Is Being Done To Fix Oklahoma Roads
Mary Fallin says not enough is being done to fix Oklahoma's crumbling roads.
February 15
Congresswoman Mary Fallin Visits KUSH
February 13
Exclusive Interview: Mary Fallin Governor Campaign
ongresswoman Mary Fallin told editor Steve Byas, in an exclusive interview with the Oklahoma Constitution, ?I am a proven conservative with a track record of more than 19 years in public service.? She cited her experience in both the executive and legislative branches of both the state and federal governments, along with her experience ?in the private sector, managing a business and a payroll, and I know the obstacles to growth that our small businesses encounter,? as part of the reason she should win the Republican nomination in her bid for governor of Oklahoma.
February 12
Fallin Brings Campaign For Governor To Cushing Monday
February 11
Fallin Covers Lots Of Ground In Shawnee
Mary Fallin set a brisk pace as she walked along Main Street in Shawnee Monday afternoon. Of course, when you?re a member of the United States Congress who?s running for governor of Oklahoma at the same time, you have to cover a lot of ground.
February 06
Fallin brings gubernatorial campaign to Alva
The next governor, she said, is going to have to focus ?like a laser beam? on economic issues and creating more jobs. As one of 435 members of Congress, her impact is diluted. As Oklahoma?s governor, she said she can bring that focus to bear.
February 05
Debt is Bad for America Says Fallin & Others
Members of the Oklahoma delegation in the U.S. House voted Thursday against a $1.9 trillion dollar debt limit increase pushed by Democrats.
February 03
Brown victory also a win for U.S. business
The stunning victory of Republican Scott Brown in the Massachusetts Senate election has been rightly labeled a game-changer in Washington. One of the most liberal states in the nation just chose a fiscal conservative to speak for them on issues like jobs, health care and national security.
January 28
44% Say Fallin To Win GOP Nomination Easily
January 27
Oklahoma's delegation reacts
Oklahoma?s congressional delegation reacted Wednesday to President Barack Obama?s State of the Union address.
January 27
Oklahoma congressional delegation reacts
January 26
Fallin says she can make a bigger difference as governor
January 26
Oklahomans laud March for Life events
Organizers of Tulsa's first Right to Life March and Rally downtown Friday night were delighted that some 3,000 people participated.
January 25
Health Care Opposition Unites Oklahoma Delegation
The Oklahoma delegation strongly objects to both the House and Senate versions of health care reform legislation. Specifically objecting to ?unfunded mandates? and ?kickbacks? the letter dated Friday, January 21 to Rep Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives was crafted by Rep Mary Fallin and signed by all the members of the delegation.
January 22
Edmond Army officer gets sentence reduced
WASHINGTON ? First Lt. Michael Behenna, the Edmond soldier convicted of killing a suspected terrorist in Iraq, had his sentence reduced to 15 years, the U.S. Army said Thursday.
January 22
Campaign finance changes expected
Oklahoma is one of 24 states that must change state campaign finance laws because of the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to allow corporations and labor unions a bigger role in political campaigns, officials confirmed Thursday.
January 21
Oklahoma couples welcome Haitian orphans with open arms
Ten orphaned children from Haiti arrived in Oklahoma City early this morning after the youngsters were rescued from the earthquake-ravaged country by local couples planning to adopt them.
January 20
Fallin Weighs in on Massachusetts Senate Race
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin, a Republican running for Oklahoma governor, seemed to like what she saw last night in Massachusetts, where Republican Scott Brown won a U.S. Senate seat held by the late Sen. Edward Kennedy.
January 16
Fallin has edge
January 15
Oklahoma congresswoman seeks Republican nomination for governor
Mary Fallin said Friday her political experience makes her the right candidate to be Oklahoma's next governor.
January 14
Improving Federal Courthouse Security
January 12
If GOP Women Governors Are Rising Stars, Keep an Eye on Oklahoma
January 10
Poll puts Fallin in lead for governor
Fifth District Congresswoman Mary Fallin has a clear lead in the 2010 Oklahoma governor's race, a new Oklahoma Poll has found.
January 08
Fallin, Cole Upset By Democrat's Secret Negotiations on Health Care Bill
Members of Oklahoma's Congressional Delegation say Democrats are playing hide-and-seek with America's health care reform, but the left said it's just trying to get the job done.
January 08
OK Delegation Slams New Drilling Rules On Public Lands
January 04
This year's census has consequesnces
Congressional seats are at stake in the 2010 census, which is why it is essential Oklahomans respond to the survey.
December 10
Obama's Afghanistan policy doesn't go far enough
President Obama has announced a significant increase in troop levels for Afghanistan along with a determination to set an exit date for our troops in the region. The first part of this announcement is encouraging, but the second raises real concerns about this administration?s long term commitment to our national security.
December 07
Fallin Urges Donations To Operation Elf
Congresswoman Mary Fallin is joining Operation Elf in supporting the OU Children?s hospital.
December 03
Fallin Says Jobs Number One Oklahoma Issue
As the White House prepares to host a jobs summit tomorrow, Congresswoman Mary Fallin today spoke about what she says is the number one issue on the minds of Oklahomans: jobs.
December 02
Oklahoma delegation reacts to Obama's speech
Members of the state congressional delegation reacted Tuesday night to President Barack Obama?s speech.
December 01
Social Networking New Political Power Tool
In Oklahoma, candidates have latched onto the signficance of the social networks to further their campaigns and there's new evidence of that in the polls on The McCarville Report Online.
November 29
Mary Fallin works to balance campaign, job
Fallin, Largent and Istook all noted a big difference between her situation and that of the last two congressmen who ran for governor: Fallin has run for statewide office three times, winning each time. She has developed contacts across the state and knows well the terrain outside of her district.
November 29
Lawyers, doctors leading donors
Oklahoma's 2010 gubernatorial candidates have raised $3 million.
November 23
Fallin ties the knot
November 20
With Unemployment in Oklahoma Rising, Fallin Says Job Creation Is Number One Priority
Mary Fallin, Republican candidate for governor, said that job creation would be her number one priority should she be elected to serve as the state's next governor.
November 20
Fallin receives recognition from Century Council
November 19
Fallin Redesigns Website
Congresswoman Mary Fallin has a redesigned website at www.maryfallin.org.
November 18
Stimulus data assign funds to fake districts in Oklahoma
Almost $25 million in awards was erroneously listed on government?s tracking Web site
November 16
Health bill could raise Oklahoma's costs
The health insurance reform bill approved by the House on Nov. 7 could add more than 318,000 Oklahomans to the state's Medicaid program and cost the state $128 million more each year, according to estimates from the state authority that administers the health care program for the poor.
November 14
We need right kind of health care reform (Opinion Editorial by Rep. Mary Fallin)
Most everyone agrees with the idea that something is wrong with our current health care system.
November 12
Pelosi Health Care Plan Misses the Mark (By Rep. Mary Fallin)
I support the kind of health care reform that will lower costs and increase accessibility to quality, affordable care. Unfortunately, what Speaker Pelosi rammed through the House today does nothing to curb rising costs.
November 03
Edmond chamber plans first women's conference
The Edmond Area Chamber of Commerce's inaugural Women's Leadership Conference is from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Nov. 13 in the University of Central Oklahoma's Nigh University Center.
November 03
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin raises most cash in quarter
The three major gubernatorial candidates found themselves running neck and neck in raising money during the third quarter of this year, campaign reports filed with the state Ethics Commission show.
November 03
Oklahoma Rep. Mary Fallin to marry
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin showed up at the Lincoln Memorial on Tuesday expecting to give a tour to a female friend on a rainy night.
November 02
Fallin Top Money Raiser In Gubernatorial Race
Republican Mary Fallin topped the leading candidates for governor in dollars raised in the third quarter, their finance reports filed with the Oklahoma Ethics Commission show.
November 02
Fallin tops 4 Oklahoma governor candidates in fundraising
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin reported raising the most during the recent quarter in her bid for the open Oklahoma governor's seat, but Attorney General Drew Edmondson is the first of the four candidates to pass the $1 million mark.
November 02
Fallin tops 4 governor candidates in fundraising
Among the four candidates seeking the open Oklahoma governor's seat in 2010, U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin raised the most in the recent quarter, but Attorney General Drew Edmondson is the first to pass the $1 million mark.
October 30
US Rep. Fallin confirms wedding proposal
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin is engaged and plans to marry an attorney from Edmond, her office confirmed on Thursday.
October 29
Rep. Mary Fallin To Get Married
2010 Gubernatorial Candidate Engaged To Edmond Attorney
October 22
Push made for natural gas
Oklahoma lawmakers in Washington talk about how it could help the country.
October 17
Obama foreign policy is a bit alarming (Opinion Editorial by Rep. Mary Fallin)
Much of the focus in Washington in recent months has been on domestic issues--primarily health care reform and the economy. In the midst of these pivotal debates about substantial domestic policy changes, we must not forget about our government's primary responsibility, which is to protect America's interests and security.
October 16
Lawmakers urge care in Behenna case
Members of Oklahoma's congressional delegation Thursday appealed to a military panel for a careful review in the case of an Edmond soldier seeking clemency.
October 13
OSU alumna Fallin gathers student support
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin, R-Okla., returned to her alma mater Monday evening to speak to College Republicans.
September 30
Increased domestic energy production means more American jobs (Opinion by Rep. Mary Fallin)
We need a comprehensive national energy policy that simultaneously reduces carbon emissions, diversifies our energy sources and reduces our dependence on foreign energy. Unfortunately the Cap and Trade bill passed this spring would do exactly the opposite.
September 23
Fuzzy Math: What Do Recent Employment Numbers Say About the Stimulus?
President Obama's $787 billion stimulus package was supposed to stabilize the economy by creating or saving jobs, but the latest unemployment figures suggest the plan may not be working.
September 18
Oklahoma gubernatorial candidate Fallin speaks in Tulsa
Fifth District Congresswoman and Republican gubernatorial candidate Mary Fallin, speaking Friday at a Metro Tulsa Chamber of Commerce luncheon, refused to be drawn into the state's financial dilemma as she carefully maneuvered around questions apparently designed to pin her down on revenue-related issues.
August 31
Obama may affect state races
His unpopularity in Oklahoma could aid GOP candidates, observers say.
August 31
GOP looks to continue momentum in 2010
In a state governed by Democrats practically since statehood, Oklahoma Republicans have made huge gains, especially in the past decade.
August 30
Lawmakers assess outlook for health-care reform
Most in the state delegation expect passage in some form.
August 30
Energy solution truly may be blowing in the wind
"Oklahoma! Where the wind comes sweeping down the Plain." Who would ever have thought that line from the famed Rodgers and Hammerstein song could be a hint to the solution for our energy troubles?
August 28
Fallin looks for modernization
Modernization in government is essential, said U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin, R-Edmond.
August 25
Congressional Hearing On Cap And Trade Held In Tulsa
A touch of beltway protocol made its way to Tulsa on Tuesday. Congresswoman Mary Fallin hosted a field hearing to see how the nation's energy policies impact small business. Some Oklahoma entrepreneurs say Washington's ideas are contributing to the sagging economy.
August 25
One person can make a difference
Being in politics like earning degree in everything Mary Fallin tells RSU students
August 23
Doctors Say Health Care Reform Bill is Wrong Prescription
Representative Mary Fallin heard from many Oklahoma doctors unfavorably weighing in on the controversial healthcare reform bill at a town hall meeting Saturday.
August 20
Tulsa County Doctors Discuss Health Care Reform
Doctors have looked over the charts and are now offering their opinions on health care reform. The Tulsa County Medical Society talked reform with Congressman John Sullivan and Congresswoman Mary Fallin on Wednesday evening.
August 18
Tinker Aerospace Complex is Open
With a snip of the scissors, Tinker Aerospace Complex is open for business. Those who supported this venture from the beginning say they aren't surprised by the instant success.
August 17
Oklahomans Concerned About Health Care
Passionate Oklahomans packed the room for a chance to speak to Congresswoman Mary Fallin about the proposed universal health care plan
August 17
Former GM plant opens with new mission
Political, military and business leaders have helped open a new aircraft repair and maintenance facility at the former General Motors plant in Oklahoma City.
August 14
Crowds Packs Congresswoman Mary Fallin's Town Hall to Discuss Health Care
Record crowds are turning out to lawmakers' town hall meetings across Oklahoma. Mary Fallin had to host two meeting last night and this morning Senator Tom Coburn had to move his meeting to a larger venue because of the crowd
August 14
Health care reform continues being a hot topic
Health Care reform is a heated topic across the country right now. Congresswoman Mary Fallin spoke to many Oklahomans Thursday evening in a town hall meeting about a proposed plan to change our current health care situation. Standing room only, most that came out were in support of Fallin, but there were a few who silently protested, others who are unsure and those with strong opinions.
August 14
Rep. Fallin Hosts Town Hall on Health Care
An overflow crowd in Oklahoma City gets a chance to get in on the Health Care Reform Debate. Rep. Mary Fallin help her Town Hall meeting and hear from concerned citizens.
August 14
The Campaign Spot (posted by Rep. Mary Fallin)
We've heard from a decent number of readers what their town-hall meetings were like, from the constituents' side. Now NRO reader Rep. Mary Fallin (R., Okla.) offers an assessment of how one of her constituent meetings went, from her perspective.
August 13
Oklahoma City town hall overflows for U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin
An estimated 1,300 people -- most of whom wanted to chime in on the national debate about health care reform -- overwhelmed administrators at Francis Tuttle Technology Center's Portland campus and thrilled U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin.
August 12
Mary Fallin visits Bartlesville
Congresswoman Mary Fallin visited the Medical Park Center on Tuesday in Bartlesville, meeting with medical professionals and discussing ways to bring more affordable, quality care to Oklahomans.
August 11
Abortion coverage mandates are not health reform (by Rep. Mary Fallin)
I have repeatedly called on President Obama to let this Congress and the American people know whether his healthcare plan intends to use taxpayer dollars to cover abortions.
August 11
Update on H1N1 measures
Opinion by Rep. Mary Fallin
August 08
Mary Fallin Visits With Ponca Ctiy Officials
Meeting with Ponca City Medical Center staff, insurance officials and members of business and industry, Congresswoman Mary Fallin expressed her views on health reform during a visit here Thursday.
August 05
Fallin asks Obama: Will Healthcare Plan Fund Abortion?
Congresswoman Mary Fallin has sent a letter to President Obama, urging him to address the issue of abortion and his health care proposal head on.
August 04
Fallin brings governor's race to Norman
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin brought her early campaign for governor to Norman Tuesday, telling fellow Republicans she wants to reform the state's tax and worker's comensation laws, streamline and combine agencies and make Oklahoma a magnet for businesses and retirees.
July 31
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin, Oklahoma Attorney General Drew Edmondson lead in fundraising for 2010
U. S. Rep Mary Fallin raised the most money during the second quarter among the four announced gubernatorial candidates, campaign reports filed with the state Ethics Commission show.
July 28
Delegation Questions Justice Department's Threat to Cut Federal Funding
Members of the Oklahoma Congressional Delegation today sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder seeking justification and clarification for a letter the Department of Justice (DOJ) sent to Oklahoma Attorney General Drew Edmondson threatening Oklahoma with a loss of federal funding if the state passed a constitutional amendment making English the official language of the state.
July 24
Mary Fallin tells Congress to Rein in Healthcare Costs
Mary Speaks to the U.S. House of Representatives on proposed Healthcare reforms.
July 23
Group Wants No Abortion Funding
Congresswoman Mary Fallin slams health care bill.
July 22
Leading reform effort
POINT OF VIEW: Oklahoma health care plans helpful. Opinion Editorial by Rep. Mary Fallin
July 16
Healthcare Reform: You won't necessarily get what you pay for
Blog Posting by Rep. Mary Fallin
July 15
Government health care = rationed health care
Opinion Editorial by Rep. Mary Fallin
July 14
GOP Congressmen Warn That Health Care Reform Could Provide Public Funding For Abortion
House Republicans gathered on Tuesday to denounce the inclusion of publicly funded abortions in the proposed health care reform. "If the President is serious about passing true health care reform..[he] needs to step up, clarify his position about whether he wants abortion " to be included in his health care reform, said Rep. Mary Fallin (R-Ok.)
July 13
Female Candidates for Governor Inspirational
The stage is set for an historic race in Oklahoma. For the first time in state history a female could serve in the state's top position.
June 30
Fallin says she favors a free market health care system, welcomes national discussion
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin favors a free market-type health care system that allows freedom of patient and physician choice. Fallin made the comments during a tour of St. Mary's Regional Medical Center Tuesday.
June 27
Oklahoma lawmakers oppose global warming bill
Legislation sparks united front
June 24
Pro-Life Women in Congress Want to Stop Obama's Bid for Tax-Funded Abortions
Leading pro-life women in Congress held a press conference today asking for the House of Representatives to reject President Barack Obama's bid to make taxpayers fund abortions in the nation's capital. Obama's national budget recommendations include removing a longstanding pro-life provision.
June 22
Oklahoma ties: Mary Fallin supports Iran rally
Fallin supports Iran rally.
June 16
GM = Government managed
Opinion Editorial by Rep. Mary Fallin
June 12
Editorial: Stout group of candidates for 2010 governor's race
The lineup for the 2010 governor's race in Oklahoma is as impressive as any in recent memory.
June 07
Lines beginning to form for a busy election year
A year from now, candidates for political office will be trekking to the Capitol for the three-day filing period and the true beginning to what should be a lively election season.
June 03
Rep. Mary Fallin: President Obama's Gitmo plan dangerous
Opinion Editorial by Rep. Mary Fallin
June 02
Governor's Race Heats Up
The race to replace term-limited Governor Brad Henry in 2010 is already heating up.
May 26
Oklahoma family members share the joy at ceremony
Veterans' Family members share the joy at ceremony
May 22
Fallin Passes Bill Improving Women's Business Center Program
This week, Congresswoman Mary Fallin passed legislation to improve accountability and efficiency in the Women's Business Center program.
May 22
Congresswoman Mary Fallin: We'll be less safe without Gitmo
A member of Congress is challenging President Obama's promise that he'll close down the Guantanamo Bay detention facility where more than 200 terror suspects are being held because she says that's not the way to make America safer.
May 21
Polling Group Claims GOP Will Reclaim Oklahoma Governor's Office
Poll also shows Congresswoman Mary Fallin is strongest in Governor's race
May 21
Congressional Caucus for Women's Issues Honors Military Women, Memorial Day
Members of the Congressional Caucus for Women's Issues (CCWI) honored women in military service past and present when they hosted the 12th Annual Women in the Military Wreath Laying Ceremony May 19 at the Women in Military Service for America Memorial in honor of Memorial Day.
May 18
Fallin Joins RSC in Offering New Energy Plan
Congresswoman Mary Fallin (OK-05) expressed her support this morning for a new, comprehensive energy proposal recently unveiled by the Republican Study Committee (RSC). Fallin, who serves as the RSC's Communications Chairwoman and is a member of the American Energy Solutions Group, said the plan would boost the economy, help to keep gas prices low and put the United States on the road to energy independence.
May 14
ACLU Giving Aid and Comfort to Our Enemies (by Rep. Mary Fallin)
The American Civil Liberties Union is outraged that President Obama has violated one of his campaign assurances to the left by declining to release photographs that purport to show terrorist detainees being abused. The planned release of the photographs was the result of an ACLU court action, and it is the ACLU's clear position that the need to expose past wrongdoing entirely trumps any potential harm that such exposure might cause. That is nonsense.
May 07
Fallin Takes Part in GOP Energy Summit
Questions Economic Impact of Democrat-backed 'Cap and Tax' Legislation
May 05
Obama budget is taxation without representation (by Rep. Mary Fallin)
Tens of thousands of Americans attended community tea parties in mid-April to express their concerns about runaway federal spending. I was privileged to speak at one of these gatherings in Norman, and I was heartened by the growing awareness Americans have of the wrong turn this administration has taken.
May 02
Sooner Poll: Fallin leads big over Watts in poll
An independent public opinion poll shows U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin as the clear front-runner for the Republican nomination for governor.
May 01
Rep. Fallin stumps at luncheon in Shawnee
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin worked on her gubernatorial stump speech Friday afternoon at a legislative luncheon in Shawnee and touched on a broad range of issues including Oklahoma's economic future and what she considers to be unwise spending by the Obama administration.
April 30
Oklahoma: Fallin would lead Watts in GOP primary
In a Republican gubernatorial primary match up in Oklahoma, 2nd-term US Rep. Mary Fallin had 43% to 34% for former US Rep. J. C. Watts (R-OK), one of the nation?s few prominent African-American GOPers, with 4% for state Sen. Randy Brogdon.
April 29
Obama Has Failed to Deliver on His Bipartisan Rhetoric (By Rep. Mary Fallin)
When President Obama first took office, I appreciated and supported his calls for bipartisanship. Unfortunately, these calls are being overshadowed by his support for a divisive agenda that is out of touch with mainstream America.
April 29
Fallin Reacts to Obama's 100 Days
Wednesday marks President Obama's 100th day in office. KSBI-TV spoke with Representative Mary Fallin, and she had a lot to say about the president's first 100 days.
April 29
Local Outlook on Obama Differs From National
Representative Mary Fallin (R-Oklahoma) credits President Obama for his inclusiveness, saying he has reached out to Congressional Republicans for input on various issues, but she also said Obama's first 100 days is clouded by his excessive spending.
April 28
Mary speaks on Radio KFAQ
Mary discusses government spending, emergency preparedness, and takes calls from listeners on Radio KFAQ
April 24
Calls for Homeland Security Chief to resign increasing
Congresswoman Mary Fallin (R-OK) said Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano is "out of touch with mainstream America" if she believes that returning war veterans and people who believe in the Second Amendment pose a terrorism threat to the nation.
April 22
Declaration Of War On The Mid-West
Republican Representatives emerged from a GOP conference with continuing criticism of the Democratic budget.
April 21
Mary speaks on Radio KRMG Tulsa
Mary discusses government spending on Radio KRMG Tulsa.
April 18
Fallin Addresses Convention Delegates, Says 'Oklahoma Can Do Better'
Congresswoman Mary Fallin (R-OK) addressed delegates at the Oklahoma Republican Party State Convention today, telling supporters and onlookers that she can be the conservative leader who moves Oklahoma forward.
April 14
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin vows not to drop job bid
Mary Fallin said Monday she is in the governor's race regardless of who else enters the contest.
April 14
Fallin bashes congressional spending during Edmond town hall meeting
At an Edmond town hall meeting Monday night, some frustrated constituents gave U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin a message to deliver to Congress: Stop the excessive government spending.
April 13
Fallin speaks to Republican state lawmakers
Rep. Mary Fallin said Monday that if she wins the governor's office she would sign civil justice and worker's compensation reform measures.
April 13
Congresswoman visits Altus
Officials from the 97th Air Mobility Wing here welcomed the 5th district congresswoman of Oklahoma April 9 as she toured Altus Air Force Base for her assessment of the state's military readiness.
April 12
Taking wrong course on illegal immigration
When federal agents raided the Yamato Engine Specialists plant in Bellingham, Wash., on Feb. 24, they found 28 illegal immigrants working there. Five weeks later, the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency ordered these illegals released and offered them work permits while their cases were "reviewed."
April 11
Fallin visits Altus AFB on military tour
Since her appointment to the House Armed Services Committee at the beginning of this year, Congresswoman Mary Fallin (OK-05) has been touring military bases throughout Oklahoma. She visited Altus Air Force Base on Thursday.
April 10
Coburn, Fallin Holding Town Hall Meetings
Sen. Tom Coburn, R-Muskogee, has town hall meetings scheduled all over the state next week, while Rep. Mary Fallin, R-Oklahoma City, is holding one in Edmond and one in Seminole.
April 09
Fallin visits McAAP; sees no budget danger
District 5 U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin, R-Oklahoma City, visited McAAP on Wednesday, part of her tour of military bases across the state.
April 08
Federal budget bloated
One of the most important duties of Congress is to craft the federal budget.
April 08
Fallin tours Camp Gruber
Congresswoman Mary Fallin, R-Okla., toured Camp Gruber on Tuesday as part of her assessment of the state's military readiness and any needs it may have.
April 07
Obama Should Stand By Our Military
The Obama administration's Department of Defense has proposed the cancellation of future production of the F-22 Raptor air superiority fighter, on the apparent grounds that we no longer need a fleet of these superb weapons because other nations have nothing to match them. In fact, that is the single best reason to proceed with plans to replace the Air Force's aging F-15 squadrons with F-22s.
April 06
Fallin questions SecDef Gates' defense cuts
Congresswoman Mary Fallin (OK-05), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, said today she is "deeply troubled" by a sweeping series of cuts in the defense budget proposed by Secretary of Defense Robert Gates and the Obama administration.
April 01
Female candidates emerge for state's top job
Republicans and Democrats are producing two big names for candidates in what is becoming a historic race for the governor's seat. Lt. Governor Jari Askins and Rep. Mary Fallin each have announced they will run for governor in 2010.
March 24
Gun control crowd back
Opinion Editorial by Rep. Mary Fallin
March 18
State congressional delegation lambasts Obama on veterans' insurance
Members of Oklahoma's congressional delegation on Wednesday joined a growing chorus of critics slamming discussions by the Obama administration possibly to charge veterans' private insurance for treatment of combat-related injuries.
March 17
Fallin: AIG Bonuses 'Immoral', 'Disgraceful'
An Oklahoma congresswoman has harsh words for an insurance corporation for paying 165-million dollars in bonuses to executives after receiving government bailout funds.
March 17
AIG confronted over bonuses
Talking tougher by the hour, livid Democrats confronted beleaguered insurance giant AIG with an ultimatum Tuesday: Give back $165 million in post-bailout bonuses or watch Congress tax it away with emergency legislation. Republicans declared the Democrats were hardly blameless, accusing them of standing by while the bonus deal was cemented and suggesting that Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner could and should have done more.
March 09
Fallin, Edmondson leading governor candidates
Democrat Drew Edmondson and Republican Mary Fallin lead the possible primary elections for governor next year, a new survey shows.
March 04
Field test: Three-person race for 2010 governor
Sixteen months away from the primary election, we make this not-so-bold prediction about the 2010 governor's race: It'll be a three-person race.
March 03
Mary Fallin running for Governor
The old Edmond Life & Leisure nose for news was hard at work last week. We were the first media outlet to announce that our 5th District Congresswoman, Mary Fallin would be running for the office of Governor of Oklahoma.
March 03
Fallin in the Oklahoma Governor's Race
Conservative Republican Rep. Mary Fallin last weekend confirmed her intention to run for governor of Oklahoma in 2010.
March 02
Fallin-Askins contest would be historic one
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin doesn't mind being first. A Tecumseh native and former state representative from Oklahoma City, she was the first woman and the first Republican to be elected lieutenant governor
February 28
U.S. Rep Mary Fallin confirms decision to run for Oklahoma governor in 2010
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin answered the question most delegates to today's Oklahoma County Republican Convention wanted to know: She is running for governor in 2010.
February 27
Fallin to run for governor
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin, R-Okla., told key supporters on Friday that she is running for governor in 2010.
February 23
Trek through Tinker
Tinker Air Force Base had a pair of high profile visitors on Wednesday when Rep. Mary Fallin and Rep. Tom Cole toured the base.
February 20
Fallin praises Vance, Enid following her visit
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin, R-Okla., toured Vance Thursday afternoon and received a briefing from 71st Flying Training Wing commander Col. Chris Nowland.
February 17
Fallin, Cole discuss infrastructure funding
Oklahoma's Fourth District Congressman Tom Cole (R), and Fifth District Congresswoman Mary Fallin (R) attended a panel discussion on Tuesday in Lawton to talk about potential solutions to the problem.
February 13
Economic stimulus approval in sight
In a major victory for President Barack Obama, Democrats have pushed a huge, $787 billion stimulus bill to the brink of final passage in Congress. Republican opposition was unanimous in the House.
February 11
Fallin releases statement on storm damage
Rep. Mary Fallin issued the following statement on the serious tornado outbreak that struck Oklahoma on Tuesday:
February 10
Oklahoma scene: Sam Bradford honored by U.S. House
The U.S. House honored University of Oklahoma quarterback Sam Bradford on Tuesday for winning the 2008 Heisman Trophy and for his academic achievements. "He is a great quarterback, he is a great young man, he is humble in victory, he is gracious in defeat," Rep. Mary Fallin said Monday in support of the resolution she authored for the OU sophomore.
February 06
Keep the Guantanamo terrorists out of Oklahoma
Opinion Editorial by Rep. Mary Fallin
January 27
Fallin files bill to keep Gitmo detainees out of Oklahoma
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin introduced a bill Tuesday designed to bar the transfer of Guantanamo Bay detainees to Oklahoma, and Sen. Jim Inhofe revealed plans to lead a fact-finding trip to the facility in Cuba next week.
January 25
Inhofe--Boren--Fallin--Cole--Sullivan--Lucas Say No to Terrorists Coming to Oklahoma
U.S. Senator Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.), a Senior Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, Rep. Dan Boren (D-Okla.), a Member of the House Armed Services Committee, Rep. Mary Fallin (R-Okla.), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, Rep. Tom Cole (R-Okla.), and Rep John Sullivan (R-Okla.) joined together today in a united front to express outrage at President Obama's decision to shut down Guantanamo Bay, possibly leading to terrorists coming to Oklahoma.
January 23
Oklahoma delegation says it will fight any Gitmo transfers to state
Members of the Oklahoma congressional delegation vowed Friday to fight any effort to transfer Guantanamo Bay prisoners to the state.
January 22
Why I Choose Life
Americans have been debating abortion--often at fever pitch--for 36 years now without a clear resolution.
January 16
Fallin receives Armed Services Sub-Committee assignments
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin, R-Oklahoma, received the following subcommittee assignments on the House Armed Services Committee.
January 15
The Corner: The Republican Study Committee Stimulus Plan
The conservative Republican Study Committee has presented an alternative stimulus proposal that will be among the plans considered tomorrow morning at the hearing of Rep. Eric Cantor's (R., Va.) stimulus working group. Rep. Mary Fallin (R., Okla), who runs communications for the RSC, told me that their plan comes in response to president-elect Obama's call for bipartisan ideas.
January 15
Fallin Wins Seat On Armed Services Committee
The House Republican Steering Committee recommendations were finalized late last week, officially granting Congresswoman Mary Fallin (OK-05) a spot on the House Armed Services, Transportation and Infrastructure and Small Business committees.
January 14
A Stimulus That Works
With the economy stalled and a prolonged recession seeming all but inevitable, almost everyone agrees the federal government needs to act quickly and seriously to turn things around.
January 12
Fallin named communications chair of GOP committee
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin on Monday was named communications chairman of the Republican Study Committee, an organization of more than 100 GOP House conservatives.
January 07
Fallin sworn in, named to Armed Services
U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin renewed her oath of office Tuesday, swearing to "support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic ... So help me God."
December 08
Cracking the Glass Ceiling
Arguably, Congresswoman Mary Fallin has become one of the most popular faces in Oklahoma politics. She was the first woman and the first Republican to become Lt. Governor of Oklahoma and the first woman to be elected to Congress since 1920.
October 09
Fallin Honored for Support of Family Values
Congresswoman Mary Fallin (OK-05) has been recognized as a "True Blue" Member of Congress by FRC (Family Research Council) Action and Focus on the Family Action for her unwavering commitment to American families.
September 04
Congresswoman Mary Fallin's Remarks at 2008 Republican National Convention
Mary spoke at the GOP Convention on the closing night.
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