Randy Brogdon, candidate for Oklahoma Republican Party chair
Delegates to the Oklahoma Republican Party's State Convention on April 11th will be choosing between at least three candidates for State Chair: Randy Brogdon, Pam Pollard, and Dave Weston. Like I did in 2013, I contacted each of the individuals, and they have all filled out a survey that I hope will help delegates be more informed for the convention. I will be posting their responses over the coming days.
First up, Randy Brogdon.
1. Tell us a little bit about your personal side
I have been married to my high school sweetheart Donna for 42 years. We have two sons, two daughters-in-law, and our first grandchild Jack is 5 months old. I have attended Woodlake Church in Tulsa for 47 years. Over the years I have served as a Sunday school teacher, deacon, youth leader, and even janitor. I owned a small business for over 30 years in the air conditioning industry.
2. What is your past and present involvement with the Republican Party (from precinct-level to RNC)? If possible, include approximate dates.
I registered as a Republican at 18 years old in 1971. I served the Republican Party as the State Platform Chairman for the State Conventions in 2006 and 2008. In 2014, I along with a few others, refined and defined the principles that we as a Party now prominently display. I have attended precinct meetings, county conventions, and state conventions for many years and have served in a number of roles throughout those years.
3. What political involvement have you had outside of the Republican Party (i.e. campaigns, elected office, political groups, etc.)? If possible, include approximate dates.
My entrance into public service began by serving for three years as a city counselor in Owasso. I won a three way race by 50% plus one vote to avoid a runoff. I also served as Mayor of Owasso. I served in the Oklahoma State Senate from 2002-2010. The Senate Republican caucus twice elected me to leadership positions, first as a Whip and then as Assistant Floor Leader.
In 2006 I led a statewide campaign to reign in government spending via a ballot Initiative called The Taxpayer Bill of Rights (TABOR). We collected over 300,000 ballot signatures in 90 days. I left the Senate having the highest conservative voting record, scoring 100% seven of the eight years with a life time average of 93%. Since leaving office I have been involved in a number of grassroots organizations promoting the principles of limited government.