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Oklahoma Supreme Court Retention Campaign Exceeds $3.6 Million
In Oklahoma, a significant political ad campaign has emerged surrounding the retention of three state Supreme Court justices, James Edmondson, Noma Gurich, and Yvonne Kauger, who were appointed by Democratic governors. As the Nov. 5 election approaches, at least $3.6 million has been spent by various groups, including dark money organizations, to influence voter decisions, with much of the funding remaining undisclosed. The conservative group People for Opportunity has emerged as a major player in opposing the justices, while supporters emphasize the independence of the judiciary. Ethical concerns have been raised regarding the Oklahoma Bar Association's involvement in encouraging retention, which some argue violates the First Amendment rights of its members. If the justices are ousted, Governor Kevin Stitt would select their replacements from a list provided by the Judicial Nominating Commission. Historically, no justice has ever lost a retention election in Oklahoma, raising questions about the impact of this unprecedented spending spree.
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