100 Ideas Oklahoma

Cracking Down on Crime

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 16:16:00 +0000

Much talk has circled over the past year around the state capitol on what to do with gang violence. There have been talks of setting up local steering committees to work with police to help bring down gang involvement in local areas. We want to know what you think! How should Oklahoma attempt to bring down crime? What steps and measures would you take to keep our streets safe? Let us know today by submitting your idea at www.100ideasok.org/submitidea.aspx.

For further reading on this topic, click here: http://newsok.com/article/3196337/1201175051.

The Oklahoma City Diet

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:37:00 +0000

You may have heard recently of Oklahoma City's new diet. Mick Cornett, mayor of Oklahoma City, wants the city to lose 1 million pounds in 2008. We want to know what you think? Do you like these kinds of initiatives and think they put a city on the right track, or do you think it's a waste of money as the government shouldn't be telling us what to do? Please stop by and leave your ideas on city initiatives today!

For more on the Oklahoma City diet, click here: http://newsok.com/article/3193834/.

Fire Safety in Oklahoma

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 21:28:00 +0000

Every year we are reminded that we live in a state with some of the most volatile weather in the country. Inevitably there will be times, like last year, that we have 21 straight days of rain. Still other times we'll go a month without seeing any precipitation and the entire state will be in a fire watch.

One idea, aimed at reducing fire danger, is being proposed by a state lawmaker. The legislation he has proposed would call for cigarette paper that burns out easily to be for every cigarette sold in Oklahoma. We want to know what you think of this idea and others that would affect public safety.

For further reading, click here: http://newsok.com/article/3192498/1200310049.

What's your agenda?

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 22:51:00 +0000

As we enter 2008, we are reminded all that Oklahoma accomplished in 2007. We at 100 Ideas believe that one of the greatest things accomplished in our centennial year was the creation of a blueprint, for Oklahoma, by Oklahomans.

Right now, Democrats and Republicans are forming their gameplans for the upcoming legislative session. We want to know what you think should be on it? What legislaton or policies to you want to see changed? Let us know by submitting your ideas at http://www.100ideasok.org/.

For further reading, click here: http://newsok.com/article/3190683/1199901178.

Happy New Year!

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 21:39:00 +0000

We at 100 Ideas would like to wish you a Happy New Year!

As many of you know, the most pressing issue of 2008 will be the election cycle. In keeping with tradition, the Iowa caucuses, the first time either party's delegates were decided from any state, were held yesterday. We would like to know what your ideas are concerning the primary season. Would you like Oklahoma to become an early state, or do you think we should stay a "Super Tuesday" state? Please send us your ideas on election reform today!

Visit our website, http://www.100ideasok.org/, to submit your ideas.

Nuclear Power

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 22:36:00 +0000

The state of Oklahoma, like many other states, is evaluating different options when discussing how best to produce power in the future. One idea that continues to rise to the forefront of this debate is nuclear energy. Countries like France get a majority of their power from nuclear energy. Many argue that it is safer than it was, and is cleaner than fossil fuels. We want to know what you think. Send us your ideas on Nuclear Energy and on Energy Policies today!

For more on this topic, click here.

Amending the Parole Process

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 22:57:00 +0000

Over the course of this year, we at 100 Ideas have received a wide variety of ideas. One recurring idea was to amend the parole process. Many complained that it was an antiquated system, or that it was wasteful, or unjust. Most solutions ranged from removing gubernatorial oversight to the process to adjusting punishments to fit their crimes. We want to know what you think! Send us your ideas on the parole process and on criminal justice today!

For more information on this topic, click here: http://www.okhouse.gov/OkhouseMedia/pressroom.aspx?NewsID=1355

Affirmative Action

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 21:00:00 +0000

A recent petition has been circulating around Oklahoma, and it appears as if it's headed to the ballot as a state question. The petition deals with Affirmative Action. Proponents want the petition to eliminate all hirings based on race, opponents believe it will end affirmative action. Where do you stand? Send us your ideas on how to eliminate the racial divide in Oklahoma today!

For more information, click here: http://newsok.com/article/3179350/1197343071

Energy Policies

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 21:55:00 +0000

As we continue through 2007, one major concern has continued all this year as it did all last year: what are we going to do about oil? As oil prices have steadily risen over the last 2 years to record heights, we have begun to see the strains of it on our economy. The energy industry, however, is vital to Oklahoma now as it was a century ago. What do you think would be best for Oklahoma? Send us your ideas on energy today at http://www.100ideasok.com/!

For today's most recent news on oil, click here: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/12400801/.

Economic Growth in Oklahoma

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 22:38:00 +0000

The national economy has been on a surge for the last 5 years. The latest news has suggested that we are continuing a robust economic expansion. But some believe that a decline is just around the bend. We at 100 Ideas want to know what you think would best help economic expansion in Oklahoma in the 21st Century.

Visit our website to submit your ideas on Economic Development at http://www.100ideasok.org/.

To read more on the national economy, click here.

100 Ideas Continues!

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 21:42:00 +0000

Even though the deadline for the book has passed, we will continue to accept ideas, although they won't be able to be published in the book. Submit your ideas today to help change Oklahoma for the better!

Visit 100ideasok.org

Attention High School Seniors and College Students!

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 19:36:00 +0000

100 Ideas is now offering a scholarship to the best idea submitted by an Oklahoma high school senior or college student! All submissions must be in by October 22nd and the winner will be announced November 2nd. The judges will be the honorary chairmen of 100 Ideas: former Oklahoma governors David Boren, George Nigh, Frank Keating, and Oklahoma Speaker of the House Lance Cargill.

To read more and to see the rules, click here: http://www.100ideasok.org/scholarship.aspx

Third Parties in Oklahoma

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Mon, 17 Sep 2007 21:13:00 +0000

The State of Oklahoma recognizes two parties: the Democratic and Republican parties. You can register as an independent, but should you be allowed to register as a third party member? 100 Ideas wants to know what you think. Send us your ideas on ethics and election today!

For further reading, click here: http://newsok.com/article/3126099/1189797364.

Affirmative Action

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Tue, 11 Sep 2007 21:51:00 +0000

A new petition was filed Monday at the State Capitol eliminating certain affirmative action programs. We here at 100 Ideas want to know what you think about the issue of affirmative action. Do you think it's necessary to alleviate the racial climate, or do you think it's government sponsored racial preferences? Let us know, and give us your ideas relating to race issues in Oklahoma.

Ethics in Elections

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 19:40:00 +0000

With the recent election scandals involving Norman Hsu and Jack Abramoff, we are reminded how important fairness is in our elections. We want to know what you think. What should Oklahoma do to improve its election process?

For further reading,click here: http://newsok.com/article/3118189/1188968551

Disaster Preparedness

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 19:38:00 +0000

With the recent flooding in Kingfisher and other parts of northwestern Oklahoma, we are reminded that Oklahoma remains a bullseye target for certain kinds of disasters. Oklahomans have remained steadfast in the face of these sometimes frightening occurences, but 100 Ideas wants to know what you think concerning Oklahoma's disaster preparedness. Are we where we should be? Let us know!

Oklahoma's Water Supply

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Mon, 27 Aug 2007 21:15:00 +0000

Perhaps one of the greatest debates in Oklahoma that doesn't make headlines too often is the debate over water usage and rights. 100 Ideas has received ideas concerning water from all over the state ranging from building a water pipe to help relieve the often drought-stricken northwest to not selling our water rights to other states.

We want to know what you think. Submit your ideas on water usage today!

For more information on this topic, check out this article: http://www.tulsaworld.com/news/article.aspx?articleID=070827_1_A1_spanc18824.

New College Students

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 21:37:00 +0000

Oklahoma's education system is now failing itself! Most high school seniors in this state can't satisfy all 4 educational benchmarks. A large percentage don't even have the ACT scores to qualify for our state's regional schools, much less the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University. Read more about Oklahoma's college-bound students here: http://newsok.com/article/3107611.

We want to know what you think! Send us your ideas on how to improve education for our kids.

Merit Pay for Teachers

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Mon, 20 Aug 2007 21:53:00 +0000

Once again merit pay for teachers is in the news again. There are plenty of supporters, and plenty of detractors. You can read more about it here: http://newsok.com/article/3106229.

Let us know where you stand on it! Send us your ideas on merit pay for teachers today.

Graduation Rates

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 20:35:00 +0000

In Oklahoma, barely over two-thirds of our students ever graduate from high school. With competition around the world getting tougher and tougher in this area, Oklahoma must do something to not just keep up with the rest of the nation, but to keep pace with the rest of the world. 100 Ideas wants to know what you think. Submit your ideas to improve Oklahoma's education system today!

For more information on this topic, click here: http://newsok.com/article/3104041.

Immunizations for Oklahoma's Kids

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 20:11:00 +0000

Only 76 percent of Oklahoma children, ages 19 months to 35 months, are up to date with immunizations, ranking Oklahoma 44th overall for immunizations among children, according to the United Health Foundation.

Read more about it here: http://newsok.com/article/3103263.

Oklahoma Byways Program

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Mon, 13 Aug 2007 21:27:00 +0000

A recent Oklahoman article raised an interesting topic: Oklahoma's byways, including Route 66. The article read as follows:

"I have recently enjoyed reading the Route 66 stories in The Oklahoman. What a great way to tell Oklahoma's unique story. The Oklahoma Byways Program is working in partnership with communities to preserve the collective experiences of our treasured Route 66 road. Communities across Oklahoma are working diligently to determine how to capture the best of the past and apply it toward a better tomorrow. This is the challenge."

To read the rest of the article, click here: http://newsok.com/article/3103170.

Oklahoma's Workforce

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Fri, 10 Aug 2007 19:23:00 +0000

Here's an excerpt from a recent newsok.com article on Oklahoma's workforce:

"ONLY a few weeks ago came results of a survey in which Oklahoma companies voiced concern about the state's ability to fill future industry needs with home grown talent and attract out-of-town companies. They noted the lack of communication and problem-solving skills in many applicants, and said it's difficult to find enough applicants with graduate or professional degrees."

To read the article in its entirety, click here: http://newsok.com/article/3102165.

Supporting Our National Guardsmen

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 20:06:00 +0000

Our Oklahoma National Guard continues to face challenges on many different fronts as we head forward. Whether it's pay, adequate care, supplies, or facilities, we must continue to support our Guardsmen. Unlike Active Duty and Reserve, the Oklahoma National Guard is the only component that is directly under the control of our state government.

We want to know what you think! Send us your ideas on how best to support and advance our National Guard units.

Ideas on Energy

noreply@blogger.com (100 Ideas Oklahoma) — Tue, 07 Aug 2007 18:33:00 +0000

Many ideas have been submitted as to what Oklahomans would like to see happen in Oklahoma in relation to energy. Many advocate the use of wind and solar. Some, like former Corporation Commissioner Denise Bode, have advocated the use of natural gas. You can read her comments at http://newsok.com/article/3099436.

We want to know what you think! Send us your ideas on energy today!