Kevin West

Once again I am officially endorsing Kevin West (@KevinWestOKRep) for Oklahoma Labor Commissioner. Kevin West is a proven conservative leader, successful small-business owner, and a champion for Oklahoma workers. As a state legislator, Kevin has fought for common-sense conservative policies that lowered taxes, expanded free-market opportunities, and helped hardworking Oklahomans pursue the American Dream. His vision for the Labor Commissioner’s office is focused on protecting workers, empowering small businesses, and preparing Oklahoma for the future. Kevin wants to rebuild Oklahoma’s skilled workforce by expanding CareerTech partnerships, encouraging apprenticeships, and streamlining licensing requirements so qualified workers can get on the job faster. He understands that Oklahoma businesses are the backbone of our economy and believes they should come first—not out-of-state corporations or foreign competitors. Kevin will work to cut red tape, ensure fair bidding on public contracts, and help Oklahoma-based companies grow and create jobs. Kevin supports a “teach before you fine” approach to workplace safety, helping employers succeed through training and partnership rather than unnecessary punishment. He is also a strong supporter of veterans and second chances, working to create more pathways into the skilled trades for veterans and individuals seeking a fresh start. Kevin recognizes the growing importance of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, manufacturing, aerospace, and advanced technology. He has a forward-looking vision that will help position Oklahoma as a leader in innovation, skilled labor, and economic opportunity. Kevin West is exactly the kind of conservative, pro-worker, pro-business leader Oklahoma needs as Labor Commissioner. For these reasons, Kevin West has my complete and total endorsement for Oklahoma Labor Commissioner.

I support making Standard Time Permanent This post will give 10 reasons why Every year, millions of Americans are forced to “spring forward” and “fall back” but few stop to ask why. Daylight Saving Time (DST) disrupts our sleep, safety, and health twice a year for no proven benefit. It’s time to make Permanent Standard Time the law of the land. 1️⃣ Safety First: Who wants it to be dark when your children walk to school in the morning? That’s unsafe. And who wants sunlight pouring through the window at 9 PM, making it harder for older Americans to fall asleep? Standard Time addresses both problems by aligning daylight with our daily lives. 2️⃣ We’ve Tried Permanent DST: It Failed In 1974, the U.S. moved to year-round Daylight Saving Time. The result? Disaster. Children went to school in pitch darkness, accidents spiked, and the public backlash was so strong that Congress reversed it within a year. 3️⃣ Standard Time Matches Human Biology: Standard Time follows the sun’s natural cycle. It aligns with our circadian rhythms, supporting better sleep and reducing risks of obesity, depression, and cardiovascular disease. Our bodies were designed for the sun not the clock. 4️⃣ Health and Safety Benefits: Studies show that switching to and from DST increases the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and car accidents. Keeping Standard Time year-round eliminates these dangerous transitions and helps keep Americans healthier and safer. 5️⃣ Proven Success: Across the Map Arizona, Hawaii, and all five U.S. territories already observe Permanent Standard Time and they’re thriving. Most of Mexico restored it in 2022. The rest of America should follow their lead. 6️⃣ Expert Consensus: Over 80 organizations including the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the Society for Research in Biological Rhythms support Permanent Standard Time. When doctors, scientists, educators, and faith leaders all agree, it’s time to listen. 7️⃣ Practical and Reliable: No more biannual clock changes. No missed meetings. No software errors. Permanent Standard Time makes scheduling, coordination, and business operations smoother and more predictable. 8️⃣ Better for Students and Families: Students perform better when their school schedules match natural daylight. Standard Time supports morning alertness and better learning outcomes instead of groggy mornings in darkness. 9️⃣ Safer Roads and Stronger Communities: Research has shown that car accidents increase right after the DST change. Standard Time keeps sunrise closer to daily activities, reducing drowsy driving and even lowering crime rates during the dark morning hours. 1️⃣0️⃣ Stability for Health and Happiness: Time changes disrupt sleep and increase stress and anxiety. Permanent Standard Time provides consistency and a foundation for healthier, happier lives It’s simple: Standard Time is natural time. It’s better for our health, our safety, our kids, and our economy. It’s time to stop changing the clocks and start restoring common sense.