David Holt for Oklahoma State Senate

David Holt on “Mayor’s Magazine”

David Holt appeared on the August, 2010 edition of Oklahoma City Mayor Mick Cornett’s television show, “Mayor’s Magazine.”  

The interview can be seen here.

Oklahoma Gazette: “Holt Bolts”

The Oklahoma Gazette reports on David’s victory here.

The Oklahoman Reports on David Holt’s Victory

Read the article here.

Early Voting Now Available

Early voting is now available at the Oklahoma County Election Board at 4201 N. Lincoln Boulevard.   Here is the full schedule:

Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Saturday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Monday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The Bethany Tribune Endorses David Holt

Today, in a front page, above-the-fold editorial, the Bethany Tribune strongly endorsed David Holt to be our next State Senator.  Calling David “a person known by so many of us for his character, his integrity, his willingness to serve, and his commitment to our values,” the Tribune wrote “We need David Holt in the Oklahoma State Senate.”

The full editorial can be found here.

The OKC Friday Paper Endorses David Holt

Today, the OKC Friday newspaper strongly endorsed David Holt to be our next State Senator.   Calling David “a future shining star,” the Friday wrote “You can’t go wrong casting your ballot Tuesday for David Holt.”

The full editorial can be found here.

Absentee Voting

If you are planning to vote in the Oklahoma primaries on Tuesday, July 27th, but will not be in town that day, you have options.   However, there are deadlines you need to be aware of now.

You may vote absentee by mail, but your county election board must receive your application by Wednesday, July 21st.  

You may also vote in-person absentee the Friday, Saturday and Monday before the election at the county election board.

More detailed information about these and other absentee options can be found here.

At that link, you will also be able to obtain the appropriate applications.

Voting in primaries is extremely critical, and especially in this situation, where the entire election will be decided on July 27th.

Thank you for your support!

Register to Vote!

The next Senator from the 30th District of Oklahoma will be determined solely in the Republican primary on July 27th.  The deadline to register to vote in this election is coming up this Friday, July 2.    

For more information on how to register, click here.

KWTV: “Candidates Vying for Open State Legislature Seats Sound Off at Forum”

KWTV covers last night’s debate here.

FUNDRAISER TONIGHT!

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Yard Signs Now Available

If you live in or near the 30th Senate District (map is here), request that a sign be placed in your yard! 

You can do so by clicking here.

We appreciate your support!

You Are Invited - Holt for Senate Fundraiser - Tuesday, June 22, 5-7 p.m.

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Okie Pundit: “It’s clear David Holt will win this non-race and almost certainly be the next state senator from Senate District 30″

Okie Pundit analyzes the race here.

Friday Paper: “Holt Joins 30th District Race”

The Friday Paper reports on the campaign here.

David Holt Named an “Achiever Under 40″ by The Journal Record

Today, David Holt was named an “Achiever Under 40″ by The Journal Record, the state’s business newspaper. 

ACHIEVERS UNDER 40 TO BE HONORED

OKLAHOMA CITY – Christy Counts, founder and president of the Central Oklahoma Humane Society, will be the speaker at the 2010 Journal Record “Achievers under 40” event honoring 39 professionals from the state.

In addition to her role as president at the humane society, Counts serves as vice president of the Metro Alliance for Animal Life. She also helped Oklahoma City become a winner in the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals’ Mission Orange program, which includes a three-year collaborative partnership with the ASPCA.

Counts is a graduate of Bishop McGuinness High School and the University of Oklahoma. She is also a member of Leadership Oklahoma City Class XVII.

The Journal Record’s “Achievers under 40: Rewarding the Climb” salute is set to begin at 11:30 a.m. May 20 at the Renaissance Tulsa Hotel, 6808 S. 107th East Ave.

“The mission of The Journal Record’s ‘Achievers under 40’ is to honor and recognize the accomplishments of Oklahoma’s talented young leaders. This year, we again received a record number of quality nominees, making the selection especially difficult. While the selection process was challenging and competitive, it is a great sign for our future that we have such a large group of dedicated leaders to move Oklahoma forward,” said Mary Mélon, publisher. “This year’s honorees – all under the age of 40 – have certainly proven their professional leadership skills, but have also proven their strong commitment to making Oklahoma a better place to live and work.”

The winners were chosen by a committee composed of area leaders and will be honored at the event and profiled in a special publication of The Journal Record.

Sponsors of the 2010 event are Accel Financial Staffing Solutions, Alliance of Emerging Professionals, Bank of Oklahoma, Cox Business Services, Crowe and Dunlevy, Eide Bailly, Oklahoma City University’s Meinders School of Business, Saxum|PR and Tulsa Young Professionals.

The Journal Record’s seventh class of “Achievers under 40” includes:

• Edwin Amaya, The Benham Companies LLC, Oklahoma City.

• Carey Baker, Part-Time Pros, Tulsa.

• Lance Baker, Stifel Nicolaus & Co. Inc., Oklahoma City.

• Thad Balkman, Oklahoma Lawyers Association, Oklahoma City.

• Thamara Barthelus, Arvest Bank, Tulsa.

• James Bertsch, Bank of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City.

• Anthony Blatt, Hornbeek-Blatt Architects, Edmond.

• Chris Cardoni, F&M Bank and Trust Co., Tulsa.

• Allyson Carson, Oklahoma Office of the Attorney General, Oklahoma City.

• Lori Dickinson, The Foundation for Oklahoma City Public Schools, Oklahoma City.

• Kristina Dover, Rees Associates Inc., Oklahoma City.

• Meridith Edmison, Wegener Foundation Inc., Oklahoma City.

• Erin Engelke, World Neighbors, Oklahoma City.

• Joshua Fahrenbruck, Kimray Inc., Oklahoma City.

• Scott Freeny, Crowe & Dunlevy, Oklahoma City.

• Maria Gonzalez, McAfee & Taft, Oklahoma City.

• Noel Groves, AcctKnowledge Financial Staffing, Tulsa.

• Mandy Hayes-Chandler, St. Anthony Hospital, Oklahoma City.

• David Holt, City of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma City.

• Mike Jackson, Oklahoma House of Representatives, Enid.

• Darius Jackson, Tinker Federal Credit Union, Tinker Air Force Base.

• Mautra Jones, The Foundation for Oklahoma City Public Schools, Oklahoma City.

• Michelle Keylon, Francis Tuttle Technology Center, Oklahoma City.

• Jami Longacre, Longacre Inc., Kelleyville.

• Scott Martin, Oklahoma House of Representatives/Republic Bank & Trust, Oklahoma City.

• Malek Massad, H3 Advisors, Edmond.

• Malana Means, Sunbeam Family Services, Oklahoma City.

• Erin Merryweather, Red Earth Inc., Oklahoma City.

• Max Myers, OGE Energy Corp., Oklahoma City.

• Christina Oden, Tulsa Metro Chamber, Tulsa.

• Brian Puckett, Bank of Oklahoma, Tulsa.

• Dawn Rahme, Phillips Murrah, Oklahoma City.

• Jason Ramsey, Oklahoma State University A&M Board of Regents, Oklahoma City.

• Amy Aldridge Sanford, Northeastern State University, Tahlequah.

• Katrina Shaklee, University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond.

• Clay Slaton, EngATech, Tulsa.

• Eric Weisgarber, Allegiant Marketing Group Inc., Edmond.

• Stephen Willoughby, Association of Central Oklahoma Governments, Oklahoma City.

• Michelle Witt, Impact Earth LLC, Tulsa.

David Holt Featured in “Share the Prayer” Campaign

David Holt is featured in the new “Share the Prayer” campaign.   His video can be viewed here.

McCarville Report: “Holt Announces ‘One Of Us’ Campaign Team”

The McCarville Report covers today’s major announcement here.

Holt for Senate Announces “One of Us” Team

With just 75 days remaining before candidate filing, the campaign to elect David Holt the next State Senator from the 30th District of Oklahoma today announced its “One of Us” Team.  The Team is composed of 100 citizens from all walks of life and every corner of the Senate District.  Its members firmly believe that as “one of us,” David Holt is the best candidate to represent our community in the Oklahoma State Senate.

Reflective of David Holt’s lifelong passion for this community, the “One of Us” Team includes small business owners, pastors, public safety officers, veterans, educators, school board members, the publishers of both community newspapers, doctors, city council members, the mayors of all four cities, young professionals, and dedicated Republican Party activists.

The entire membership of David Holt’s “One of Us” Team can be found below, and is also linked here.

“As in every great community, our way of life is preserved by regular folks who work hard every day,” said Holt.  “These are the people who make our economy go, help us understand our faith, keep us safe, and protect our freedom.  These are the people who educate our children, produce our community newspapers, keep us healthy, and manage our tax dollars.   I am a product of the great people in this community, and they are the people I want to serve.  I am grateful for the life they have given me, and I am honored to have their support.”

“I have known David Holt most of my life, and I am so glad that we have the opportunity to vote for someone who is truly one of us,” said LaNeale Robertson, who with her husband Chris is raising two children in the 30^th District.  LaNeale and Chris are both graduates of Putnam City Schools and Southern Nazarene University.  “David’s passion for our community is obvious to anyone who meets him, and his values represent who we are.  He will be a great State Senator for us.”

“David Holt has the right background in our community, the values and the experience to represent us with integrity,” said Danny Thomason, who is raising three boys in the 30^th District with his wife Deanna.  “I will be proud to vote for David Holt to be our next State Senator.”

“My family wants our State Senator to be conservative, hard-working, and one of us,” said Lorne Hall, a small businessman in the 30^th District and President of Western Lawns.  “That is David Holt, and I believe he will continue the excellent representation that our community has enjoyed for many years.” 

With his conservative values, experience, deep roots in the district, and commitment to public service, David Holt is uniquely qualified to be the next State Senator from the 30^th District.  The son of a conservative activist mother and a father who spent three decades teaching in the Putnam City School District, Holt was raised in Northwest Oklahoma City, attending Putnam City Schools from kindergarten through graduation.  A former White House aide to President George W. Bush, he is an active community volunteer, serving on the boards of the Putnam City Schools Foundation, the Northwest Chamber, and the Oklahoma County Republican Party, amongst many other organizations.  David and his wife Rachel have been married for nearly seven years, and they have one son, George.   They are active members of St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral.

The 30th Senate District of Oklahoma includes portions of Northwest Oklahoma City, Bethany, Warr Acres and The Village.  It is currently represented by Glenn Coffee, who is term-limited.  David Holt officially entered the race on June 2, 2009.  For the last five months, Holt has been continuously knocking on the doors of voters and personally asking for their vote, and he has also achieved a 6-to-1 fundraising advantage over his only opponent, with over 400 donors supporting his grassroots campaign.

For more information about David Holt and his campaign to represent our community in the State Senate, visit www.VoteDavidHolt.com.

David Holt for Senate “One of Us” Team
 

Grassroots Co-Chairs

• Bunny Chambers, Republican National Committeewoman (1996-2008)
• Jeannine Long
• Brian Maughan, Oklahoma County Commissioner
• Rodd Moesel
• Maressa Treat
• Ray Vaughn, Oklahoma County Commissioner
• Leonard Sullivan, Oklahoma County Assessor
• Lynn Windel, Republican National Committeeman (1992-2008)
• Steve Curry, former Chairman of the Oklahoma County Republican Party, former Republican Chairman of the 5th Congressional District
• Phillip Smith, Republican Chairman of House District 85
• Todd Pauley, Republican Chairman of House District 90
• Nat Harding, former Chairman of the Oklahoma Federation of College Republicans
• Joshua Fahrenbruck, former Chairman of the Oklahoma County Young Republicans
• Paul Matthews
• Hunter Ligon
• Rusty LaForge
• Lesli Massad

   

Small Business Co-Chairs

• Leland and Vicki Gourley, Publishers of The Friday Paper
• Steve Allen, Owner of Allenton Homes, former Chairman of the Northwest Chamber, former Bethany City Councilman
• Lorne Hall, President of Western Lawns
• Thomas Hill, President of Kimray, Inc.
• Beverly Morgan, Owner of Northwest Tag Agency
• Richard Bricker, Owner of Brick Plumbing
• Ba Luong, Executive Vice President of Super Cao Nguyen
• GiGi Faulkner, Owner of RE/MAX First
• Bruce Rinehart, Owner of Rococo Restaurant
• Jeff Click, Owner of Jeff Click Homes
• Michell Dallal
• Martha Ward, Owner of Martha Ward Tax Service

     

Oklahoma City Co-Chairs

• Mick Cornett, Mayor of Oklahoma City
• Ron Norick, former Mayor of Oklahoma City
• Larry Nichols, CEO of Devon Energy
• Guy Liebmann, Oklahoma State Representative and former Oklahoma City Councilman
• Larry McAtee, Oklahoma City Councilman
• Patrick Ryan, Oklahoma City Councilman
• Gary Marrs, Oklahoma City Councilman
• Carl Edwards, Managing Partner of Price Edwards and Company

Bethany Co-Chairs

• Bryan Taylor, Mayor of Bethany
• Kent Shellenberger, Superintendent of Bethany Public Schools
• Albert Gray
• Gloria Quaid, Publisher of The Tribune
• Gary Mercer, President of Mercer-Adams Funeral Service
• Tom Ray, Bethany City Councilman
• Patrick Alexander

   

Warr Acres Co-Chairs

• Patrick Woolley, Mayor of Warr Acres
• Kory Warr, CEO of Praxis Development Corporation
• Richard Phillips, former Oklahoma State Representative, former Warr Acres City Councilman
• Ed Lynn, Owner of Buffalo Wild Wings and Marble Slab Creamery

   

The Village Co-Chairs

• Jerry Broughton, Mayor of The Village
• Greg Love, President of Love’s Development Company
• Chris Bernardy, The Village City Councilman
• Hutch Hibbard, The Village City Councilman

 

Faith-Based Community Co-Chairs

• Danny Thomason, President of Reaching Our City
• Brad Yarbrough, former Director of the State of Oklahoma Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives, Owner of the Pilgrim Group
• Monty and Debbie Priest, Founders of Newchurch
• Ben Nockels, Director of Sharefest
• The Reverend Canon Luke Back, St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral

 

Education Co-Chairs

• Paul Hurst, Superintendent of Putnam City Public Schools
• Tammy West, Putnam City Public School Board Member
• Sue Sullivan, former Putnam City School Board Member, retired Putnam City Public School teacher
• Dave Gillogly, Francis Tuttle Technology Center Board of Education Member, former Putnam City School Board Member
• Jerry Cramer, former Putnam City School Board Member, retired Principal of Putnam City High School
• Lisa Taylor, President of the Putnam City Public Schools Foundation
• Caroline Gist, Executive Director of the Putnam City Public Schools Foundation, 2008 Chairman of The Northwest Chamber
• Janie Thompson, Vice Principal of Putnam City High School
• Stroud Holt, retired Putnam City Public School teacher
• Randy and Rose Mary Baker, Putnam City Public School teachers
• Cathy and Thomas Keller, Putnam City Public School teachers
• Lyn Watson, Oklahoma City Public School Board Member
• Steve Shafer, Oklahoma City Public School Board Member
• Jon Chasteen, Vice President for University Advancement of Southwestern Christian University
• Jeff Knapp, Francis Tuttle Technology Center, 2010 Chairman of The Northwest Chamber
• Gerald Coury, “The Character Doctor”
   

Public Safety Co-Chairs

• Wes Lane, former Oklahoma County District Attorney
• Keith Bryant, President of Oklahoma Fire Chiefs Association
• Robert McCampbell, former U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Oklahoma

 

Veterans Co-Chairs

• Gary Banz, Oklahoma State Representative, Chair of House Veterans and Military Affairs Committee, former Putnam City Public Schools teacher
• Michael Taylor, former State Commander of the American Legion of Oklahoma, former Vice Chairman of the Oklahoma County Republican Party

 

Health Care Co-Chairs

• Bruce Lawrence, CEO of Integris Health
• Trent Pitt and Scott Forrester, Forrester & Pitt Vision Source
• Dr. James Lowe, D.D.S.
• Dr. Charles Bryan, D.D.S.
• Dr. Ryan Dahlgren, M.D.
• Dr. Christopher Cook, D.O.
• Butch Williams, D.Ph.

   

Young Professionals Co-Chairs

• Matt Hargis
• Renzi Stone
• Sarah Spinks
• Ainslie Stanford
• LaNeale Robertson
• Nick Harroz
• Kevin Perry
• Kelley and Matt McGuire
• Robbyn Glinsmann

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

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.

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

The City Sentinel reports on the campaign here.

Friday Paper: “Newcomer Holt Sets Fund Record”

The Friday Paper reports on the campaign here.

Okie Pundit: “Holt Tops $100,000 in Fundraising”

Okie Pundit reports on the campaign here.

McCarville Report: “Holt Tops $103,400 For Senate Campaign”

Mike McCarville reports on the campaign’s fundraising here.

More Pictures from the Kickoff

Standing tall - David and Oklahoma County Commissioner Ray Vaughn

OKC Councilman (and event host) Pat Ryan visits with Bethany Mayor Bryan Taylor

Hostess Grace Ryan with Vicki and Leland Gourley, longtime publishers of The Friday Paper

Longtime Republican activist Rusty LaForge visits with David's childhood principal at Wiley Post Elementary, Ann Millerborg, and her husband Rubin

REMINDER: KICKOFF FUNDRAISER TUESDAY NIGHT!!

Just a quick reminder that  the official campaign kickoff fundraiser is Tuesday night, September 22nd at the home of OKC City Councilman Patrick Ryan and his wife Grace.   The full invitation can be viewed here.

David’s Appearance on “The Verdict” Now on YouTube

You can now watch David’s appearance on “The Verdict” in three parts at our YouTube channel here.

The McCarville Report on the Kickoff Event

The McCarville Reports mentions the kickoff here.

Okie Pundit on the Kickoff Event

Okie Pundit reports on the kickoff event here.

You Are Invited to the Campaign Kickoff!

Details of the official campaign kickoff fundraiser have been announced!  Join us Tuesday, September 22 at the home of OKC Councilman Pat Ryan and his wife Grace! 

The full invitation can be accessed here.

The McCarville Report: “David Holt On The Verdict This Sunday”

McCarville Report on tomorrow’s Verdict appearance here.

The Verdict

David, Mayor Mick Cornett, and Kent Meyers

David will be the guest this week on “The Verdict” with Mayor Mick Cornett and Kent Meyers, airing this Sunday, August 30 at 9 a.m. on Cox Channel 7 in Oklahoma City and Cox Channel 3 in Tulsa.  The show re-airs Monday at 9:30 a.m., Tuesday at 10 a.m., and Wednesday at 10 a.m.  David will be talking about his life, career and candidacy for the Oklahoma State Senate.

Feature on David in Towntalk Magazine

Towntalk Magazine recently ran a feature on David and his campaign for State Senate.  It is here.

Holt for Senate Ad in the OFRW State Convention Program

“Holt Takes Early Fundraising Lead in Race to Replace Coffee”

Here is Okie Pundit’s take on the campaign’s fundraising.

The McCarville Report: “Holt Reports $55,665 Raised In SD30 Race”

Here is The McCarville Report’s coverage of the campaign’s fundraising report.

Bethany Tribune on the Announcement

Here is The Bethany Tribune’s coverage of the announcement.

City Sentinel on the Announcement

Here is the City Sentinel’s coverage.