David Holt for Oklahoma State Senate

Thank You to Our Volunteers

Thank you so much to all our friends who volunteered on the campaign today. We got a lot done.

It was neat to see people who have known me since I was born, people I grew up with, and people I didn’t know until I knocked on their door.

We couldn’t do this without you.

National Federation of Republican Women

Great to see everyone at the National Federation of Republican Women’s convention in Oklahoma City.

GOP legend Jeannine Long was instrumental in getting this convention here, and I was proud to help her and OFRW a little bit in the preparations. Sounds like everyone is having a great time.

Oklahoma County GOP

Great to see everyone tonight at the Oklahoma County Republican Party meeting at Character First!

Thank You

It’s a good day when you get to say “Thank You” about 500 times.   But here’s one more:

Thank you to everyone for all the “Happy Birthdays.”  It was a great one.

George enters politics

Just finished another full day of knocking on doors.  

This one was special because Rachel and George joined me for the first time since little George was born.

Another month on the doorsteps of the 30th District

With a full afternoon on the doorsteps today, I just finished my fourth month of knocking on doors and meeting voters. I’m the only candidate in this race doing it, but I think it’s a vitally important part of being a good representative.

Beautiful Saturday

It was as beautiful a day outside as we’ve had in awhile.

Spent the morning at a board retreat for the Putnam City Schools Foundation. It’s a lot of fun to be involved with this school district I’ve known all my life.

Spent the afternoon knocking on doors. Ran into a lot of friends!

Winter Olympics

The Holts have been enjoying the Winter Olympics the past two weeks.   

Here’s my one Winter Olympic memory:

On March 6, 2002, Jimmie Shea (skeleton) and Jimmy Grimmette (luge) visited the Speaker’s Office, fresh off their Olympic glory in Salt Lake.

Here’s the picture…

Foggy Day

A little cold and a little chilly, but still had a great day knocking doors…

Happy Valentine’s Day

Finished with a full day of knocking on doors.   Happy Valentine’s Day from the Holts!

Knocking on Doors

Kicked off our fourth month of door knocking with a full weekend on the doorsteps. The grassroots campaign continues…

Boy Scout Centennial

I'm in the middle of the front row

Tomorrow is the official Centennial of the Boy Scouts of America.  

I was a Cub Scout, Webelos, and Boy Scout in the 30th Senate District for a decade.   My mom was an active Cub Scout and Webelos leader at Wiley Post Elementary in the 30th District.  My grandfather was a member of the original American troop in Pawhuska that actually predates the “official” first troop.  The ideals and mentorship of Scouting were a significant factor in my upbringing.  

And so, from memory, I give you the Boy Scout Oath:

“On my honor, I will do my best, to do my duty to God and my country, and to obey the Scout law; to help other people at all times; to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.” 

Happy Birthday, Boy Scouts of America.

The Bush Legacy

Me and the President in the Oval Office

I had the opportunity to spend a few minutes in Oklahoma City today with my former White House colleague Dr. Condi Rice.  I just think the world of her, and I was very hopeful that she would run for President, though I always knew she wouldn’t.  She’s too smart for that.

On a related note, I received an update today from a Bush alumni network that I’m one of only 11 Bush White House veterans running for office nationwide.  I guess in my own way, I’m a little piece of the Bush legacy.  Dr. Rice is a much larger piece, and she carries it well.

McCarville Report: “Holt Leads In District 30 GOP Fundraising”

The McCarville Report updates on the campaign here.

David on the front page of The Bethany Tribune

David at the Northwest Chamber banquet honoring Senator Glenn Coffee

David speaking to third graders at Northridge Elementary

David speaking to the third graders of Northridge Elementary about being good citizens

David and Mrs. Harstad's class

LUNCH BOX EVENT POSTPONED

Alright, weathermen of OKC - you win. We are postponing our fundraiser tonight. Most businesses are closing, and we want the Lunch Box guys to get home, too. We’ll have another event down the line, I assure you.

Thank you to all the people who have donated online this morning; it is deeply appreciated. If you’d like to do the same, you can here.

Stay warm!

Knocking Doors

Just finished a full weekend of knocking on doors.  It’s the only way to campaign.

Ran into some wonderful old friends, and had great conversations with new ones.

Thanks, Glenn

Spent this evening at the Northwest Chamber’s annual banquet. 

The Chamber covers Bethany, Warr Acres and NW OKC, essentially the boundaries of the 30th Senate District. 

Tonight we thanked Glenn Coffee for his 12 years of service as our State Senator.  He told the room that “this seat belongs to this community.”  As a lifelong resident of this community, I couldn’t agree more. 

Thank you for your service, Glenn.

Morning in America

We learned tonight in Massachusetts that the time is now for fresh conservative voices. Thank you for your continued support of this campaign, and let’s bring a little Massachusetts to Oklahoma this July… Well, okay, not TOO much Massachusetts.

You are Invited

You are invited to join us for a special downtown Oklahoma City fundraiser next Thursday, January 28, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at the legendary Lunch Box.   The full invitation can be found here.

Just drop by after work and say hi!  Have a wonderful week, and we hope to see you on Thursday the 28^th!

George is one month old today!

Birth Choice of Oklahoma

Went to Pam Pollard’s birthday party Friday night.  Pam is a good friend and a fomer Oklahoma County Republican Chair.  Her party was a fundraiser for Birth Choice of Oklahoma.    To learn more or donate, visit Birth Choice here.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Happy New Year from the Holts!  We are thankful today for an amazing 2009, and looking forward to a great 2010!

David Interviewed on NewsOK.com

An interview David did with Steve Lackmeyer of The Oklahoman regarding Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park can be viewed here.

Merry Christmas from the Holt Family

George's First Christmas

Rachel, George and I wish you a Merry Christmas!

“For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.”   - Isaiah 9:6

George Comes Home

George in his "coming home" outfit

George and Family returned home Sunday.   Rachel and George are doing great.  

Thank you again to everyone for your kind thoughts.

Welcome to the World, George Holt

Me and George

George

More George

This morning at approximately 7 a.m., George Rocco Holt entered the world at 7 pounds, 11 ounces and 20.5 inches.

Mother and son are doing great.

George’s first name comes from Rachel’s maternal grandfather and uncle, and my maternal great-grandfather.  It means “farmer,” a nod to the Holt family’s agrarian past and and present.  It is also an acknowledgement that Rachel and I met at George Washington University.   It’s a great American name that three Presidents have shared.    In addition to all that, we like that it’s a well-known name, but not a common name.   It harkens back to a different time.

Rocco is a nod to Rachel’s Italian heritage.   Her maiden name is Canuso, and over a century ago, Rachel’s ancestor Vito Rocco Canuso brought the Canuso name to America for the first time.

Obviously, we’re on cloud nine, and appreciate all the well wishes.

Christmas Parties

Enjoyed seeing everyone at the Oklahoma County GOP Christmas Party tonight, which was held in the 30th District! Also great to see everyone tonight at the Putnam City Foundation Christmas Party. Merry Christmas, everyone.

Countdown to Baby Holt

Rachel’s due date of December 16th is fast approaching.  The countdown is on…

Honoring the Brave Officers of Warr Acres and Bethany

I was honored to be a guest at a special meeting of the Warr Acres City Council Thursday night.  The purpose was to show our community’s appreciation to three officers from Warr Acres and one officer from Bethany that were involved in a shoot-out in Warr Acres on September 10.  Warr Acres Officer Scott Schatzer was shot in the incident.   He and his fellow public safety officers were honored by Warr Acres Mayor Pat Woolley and the City Council.  Thank you, Officer Schatzer, and all public safety officers for putting your lives on the line to keep us safe.

Northwest Chamber Lunch at Golden Corral in Warr Acres

Enjoyed the Northwest Chamber lunch at the new Golden Corral in Warr Acres.  I’m always happy when municipalities like Warr Acres open new businesses the size of Golden Corral, which appeared to be doing very well during our monthly Northwest Chamber lunch.

Warr Acres Christmas Tree Lighting

After a day of knocking doors, spent my evening at the lighting of the Warr Acres Christmas Tree.  Thanks for the hospitality from all the great people of Warr Acres!

Another Ribbon Cutting - Billy Sims BBQ

I never get tired of ribbon cuttings in the Thirtieth District, because that means new business.   This week, I was honored to attend the opening of Billy Sims BBQ on Northwest Expressway.   Billy himself was there.  Welcome to the neighborhood!

Quail Creek

Here’s a picture of me and the Board of the Quail Creek Homeowners Association at the recent annual meeting.

Quail Creek is a wonderful neighborhood in the far northeast corner of the Thirtieth District.

Bethany Christmas Tree Lighting

Following the Capitol Republican Caucus Christmas Party, I went to the City of Bethany Christmas Tree Lighting.   Light rain moved it inside City Hall, and Mayor Bryan Taylor hosted us live on Channel 20 as we listened to Bethany Elementary School students sing carols.  Christmas is upon us!

You can watch the festivities here.

Oklahoma Republican Party’s Bedlam Bash

Rachel and I concluded a day of knocking doors with the Oklahoma Republican Party’s Bedlam Bash.     Enjoyed seeing everyone there, and the great remarks from Cong. Paul Ryan of Wisconsin, Mary Fallin and Tom Cole.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Rachel and I are thankful today for our bun in the oven.   We’re thankful for our family and friends.   We’re thankful for the sacrifices others have made for us.  We’re thankful for our health and our good fortune.  We’re thankful for our freedom, and we’re thankful to live in the greatest country the world has ever known.

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

A Weekend of Knocking

Thanks to all the nice people we met this weekend over two full days of knocking doors in the Thirtieth District.   Also ran into a lot of old friends (even a cousin!)

The City Sentinel: “Holt’s Senate 30 Campaign Tops $100,000 in Funds”

The City Sentinel reports on the campaign here.