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REP. DELL KERBS Oklahomans for Life 100% Pro-Life rating (www.okforlife.com) NRA Endorsed and “A” rating (www.nrapvf.org) Oklahoma Farm Bureau’s 100% Club, a designation given only to those who consistently favor issues of importance to Oklahoma’s farmers and ranchers Endorsed by American Farmers and Ranchers Endorsed by Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association Endorsed by the Oklahoma Public Employees Association Endorsed by Oklahoma Education Association Endorsed by Oklahomans for Public Education Endorsed by The State Chamber Endorsed by Oklahoma State Medical Associaiton
Dell is a true public servant who embraces conservative values important to the people of House District 26. His strong faith, devotion to family and commitment to community reveal his character and priorities. Dell did what he said he would do when he was elected two years ago. He went to the State Capitol and represented us with honesty and integrity. He has been accessible to constituents and involved in our community … out front and sometimes quietly behind the scenes.
VOTE NOV. 6 LET’S KEEP DELL WORKING FOR US. Authorized and paid for by Vote Dell Kerbs 2018 305 East Federal Street
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CONSERVATIVE VALUES. EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP. Dell Kerbs is a solid conservative who understands people and their problems.
Dell Kerbs knows our families. He knows our community.
Dell Kerbs understands the challenges facing families because he is an active member of the community.
He knows the problems we face. And he knows what it takes to make central Pottawatomie County a better place.
• Dell is a family man with two school-age daughters. • Dell is a Christian who is an active member at LifeChurch. • Dell is a longtime local businessman and has served as a member of the Downtown Task Force, the Downtown Merchant Group, and the Shawnee Planning Commission. • Dell is a member of the Pottawatomie County Emergency Operation Center, working to keep our neighbors safe. • Dell is president of Safe Events for Families (SEFF), which provides festivals and entertainment for the community, including Shawnee Trail Days in June, Boo on Bell in October, the Christmas Parade in December, and a monthly block party downtown.
Dell Kerbs is a committed conservative who has built strong working relationships at the State Capitol to get things done – just like he’s done for the citizens of District 26. If you would like to visit with me about my campaign, please give me a call on my cell phone, 609-0308. I respectfully ask for your vote in the November 6th General Election.
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Shawnee, OK 74804
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A Prosecutor, Not A Politician. • Build a tough, vigorous prosecution staff representing victims, citizens and law enforcement with honest and open communication • Champion victim’s rights in domestic violence and property crimes • Utilize training for law enforcement – including use of body and dash cams to solidify cases and prevent costly civil suits • Create a working partnership and encourage collaboration with business and community leaders on ways to improve the operation of the DA’s office • Pursue prosecutions that promote rehabilitation and create productive citizens, not just an exploding prison population of first-time, non-violent offenders
Dedicated. Accountable. Professional. Fair. These are the values that will guide Allan Grubb’s actions as our District Attorney. Allan Grubb’s primary goal as district attorney will be prosecution that leads to a safer community. Allan Grubb will be an advocate for criminal justice reform, ensuring dangerous offenders are placed behind bars while nonviolent offenders are punished in a more cost-effective manner. He’ll demand stricter probation requirements for nonviolent offenders, so they learn to become productive members of society instead of repeat offenders, saving taxpayer dollars and increasing public safety. Allan Grubb will seek the death penalty for murder cases that are deserving. He will work to efficiently resolve cases and limit costly trials. As District Attorney, Allan Grubb will be accessible to the community and listen to their concerns and ideas. He will work with the citizens to find solutions.
On Nov. 6, Vote Allan Grubb for District Attorney. “Allan Grubb is intentional about connecting people who battle addiction and mental illness with treatment and mental health care while diligently prosecuting offenders who pose a danger to society. I support Allan in his bid for District Attorney because addressing root causes connected with antisocial behavior leads to safer neighborhoods, stronger families and improved quality of life for all Oklahomans.” – H. E. “Gene” Rainbolt
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Allan Grubb has spent most of his life in Pottawatomie County. He has owned his own law firm for 14 years and manages rental properties. He is currently a district court judge for the Absentee Shawnee Tribe. Grubb has also served as an appointed special judge for the City of Maud and as an appointed special judge for the Kaw Nation. His professional experience includes past work for the office of the Oklahoma State Auditor and Inspector, where he was a systems analyst and developed an auditing program. Grubb, who is married with three daughters, received a Juris Doctor from Oklahoma City University School of Law and holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Oklahoma. He graduated high school at the Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics.
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“I’ve spent most of my life in Pottawatomie County. I’ve raised my family here. I understand the need for strong leadership that shows respect, impartiality, and fairness for all litigants and attorneys that interact with the district attorney’s office. No one will fight harder to preserve public safety than I will.”
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Tracy L. McDaniel, Special District Judge for Pottawatomie and Lincoln Counties, is running for Pottawatomie County Associate District Judge Tracy McDaniel is committed to continuing her service to the citizens of Pottawatomie County in the area of law that has been her focus for the past 18 years. The Associate District Judge in Pottawatomie County handles family law cases, juvenile delinquent and deprived dockets, mental health hearings, protective orders, drug court revocations and juvenile, criminal and civil jury trials. McDaniel graduated from OU College of Law in 2000 and began her career in private practice in Shawnee, Oklahoma. During her time in private practice, McDaniel’s career centered around family law - divorce, child custody modifications, adoptions, guardianships, guardian ad litem work and juvenile law. McDaniel also practiced general civil litigation and represented the City of Prague, the Town of Asher and the City of Shawnee. During law school, she sought out a professor to lead her in an independent study on juvenile law, because there was not a juvenile delinquency course offered at the time. In 2009, McDaniel was named Pottawatomie County Child Advocate of the Year. In 2011, McDaniel closed her private practice and joined the District Attorney’s Office to handle the deprived and delinquent juvenile dockets for both Pottawatomie and Lincoln Counties. In her capacity as Assistant District Attorney, McDaniel provided the civil representation for both counties was well. While at the District Attorney’s office, McDaniel became a founding member of the Pottawatomie County Child Welfare Collaborative, a position she still serves in today. The Collaborative, among many other things, has been instrumental in maintaining school based social workers, school nurses, and substance abuse and mental health counselors in Pottawatomie County Schools. The Collaborative’s teams of providers help put families in touch with services and provide invaluable preventative services that help families in need or in crisis in an effort to safely keep these families together. As Special District Judge, Tracy McDaniel handles a variety of cases including: family law, protective orders, small claims, misdemeanor revocations, felony preliminary matters, youthful offenders, traffic, mental health, juvenile, guardianships, and jury trials.
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E C N E I R E EXP S R E T T A M Who is Tracy McDaniel?
Tracy is the daughter of retired educators, Marian and Gary Salwierak. She is an honors graduate of Shawnee High School, St. Gregory’s College, the University of Dayton and the University of Oklahoma College of Law. Tracy is married to Tim McDaniel, who is in his 23rd year of teaching at Shawnee Middle School. Tim and Tracy have three children. Their son Garrett is a senior at Northeastern State University. Their daughter Mackenzie is a senior at Shawnee High School. Their youngest son Jace is in the 4th grade.
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Why elect Tracy McDaniel?
Tracy is the only candidate who has 18 years of experience in the areas of law assigned to the Associate District Judge. During her career, she has acquired experience and knowledge of the law from three different perspectives: as a private practitioner, as a prosecutor for the District Attorney’s Office and as a Special District Judge. In each of these positions, Tracy’s focus has always been on the types of cases that fall under the responsibilities of the Associate District Judge. She has spent her entire career educating herself, and her peers through teaching at trainings and continuing education seminars, particularly in the areas of family, juvenile and adoption law.
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In 2015, the Judicial Nominating Commission reviewed the nomination of Allan Grubb for Associate District Judge; their ruling: UNQUALIFIED. In fact, he was so unqualified they only submitted 2 out of the required 3 names to Governor Fallin, preferring to leave it open rather than select Mr. Grubb.
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“I’ve known Terry Hopkins since I’ve had teeth. One thing I know about Terry Hopkins is, he’s not going to cower to leadership in either party. He’s going to go up there and do what is the right thing for the people of district 26 and the state of Oklahoma. We need more leadership like that.”
Governor Brad Henry The education of our children here in Oklahoma is an issue of paramount importance if we care to solidify the future for the next generation and afford them the same opportunities with which we have been blessed. You should know that Oklahoma’s educational system ranks near the bottom when compared to the rest of the country. It seems to me that too many legislative decisions have been made in regard to education with little regard for the long term effects and consequences. I believe Terry Hopkins to be an honorable man with a heart for service and with a passion to improve the qual-
ity of education in our state. Terry is retired and does not need the job. He is running for the right reasons ... to serve our district and work tirelessly to improve the quality of life in our state. I am confident that his voting and lobbying efforts as our State Representative will be made with the state’s best interests in mind and not with ulterior motives for re-election. This is why I will be voting for Terry Hopkins on November 6th for State Representative for House District 26.
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I am a retired dentist. I don’t want a new career or a fancy title. I am running because I want to help the people of Shawnee. Every issue crippling Oklahoma is solvable. But in order to solve our problems we have to talk to each other. We have to work across party lines and use common sense to find real solutions. We have to stop electing politicians who only play follow the leader — who vote lock, stock and barrel with their party leaders at every turn. If we don’t make this change, nothing that matters will change. As your representative, I WILL LISTEN TO YOU. You will have my phone number. I will not close my door when you come to talk. I will cast every vote based on what I believe is right for Oklahoma. I will work with legislators from both parties and will be willing to buck the system and take a stand. Because I don’t need this job. I don’t want this title. I JUST WANT TO HELP YOU.
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Attorney Kelli McCullar is a candidate in the race for associate district judge Pottawatomie county. McCullar, a lifelong resident of Shawnee, was once a high-school dropout, but went on to graduate with honors with an associate of science degree from Seminole Junior College. She received a bachelor of business administration from the University of Oklahoma, where she was on the dean’s honor roll and Golden Key National Honor Society. McCullar was awarded a juris doctorate from Oklahoma City University. Her law school focus areas were Consumer Law and Complex Litigation. • Practicing attorney for 14 years, McCullar has run her own private practice since 2004 • Helped clients obtain wrongful death awards, won civil rights cases, and was co-counsel representing the cities of Maud, Meeker and Tecumseh. • Areas of practice include: Small Business Representation Employment Law Wage and Hour Discrimination Family Medical Leave Act Real Estate Transactions Foreclosures Consumer Law Credit Report Repair Debt Rehabilitation Bankruptcy Finance Nursing Home Negligence Probate, Will, Power of Attorney, and Trust
Among McCullar’s prior and current professional legal association memberships are the Pottawatomie County Bar Association, Oklahoma Bar Association Bankruptcy Section, Oklahoma Employment Lawyers Association, Oklahoma Association for Justice, National Association of Employment Lawyers, and the National Association of Consumer Advocates. McCullar has been active in numerous community services including the Shawnee Chamber of Commerce and Scoring Panelist for the Oklahoma High School Mock Trial program.
McCullar has federal trial experience in the Western District of Oklahoma as well as state jury trials. In 2015-2016, she was Alternate Municipal Judge for the City of McLoud.
McCullar’s husband and law partner, Benjamin, died in 2013. Since that time, she has maintained their law practice as a sole practitioner. McCullar is also a small business owner with several business and real estate interests. She has two adult children who live in the area.
Character. Competence. Caring. Conviction. Elect Kelli McCullar as our next Associate District Judge Authorized and Paid for by Kelli McCullar for Associate District Judge (2018) P.O. Box 554 Shawnee, OK 74802
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A Judge Who Will Be Fair and Equal For All The People. Beyond her demonstrated skills and quali�cations in the courtroom, Kelli McCullar has the personal temperament to be a good judge. She believes in fair play, respect, courtesy, adherence to the law and the swift disposition of cases.
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In my years of private practice, with experience in all areas of the law, I have seen how important it is to have judges who will be objective, understand all points of view, and apply the law impartially. If elected, I will treat all people with respect and be held to the highest standards.
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Our Voice. Our Representative.
Zack Taylor Our Voice
Zack Taylor went to the State Capitol last year after winning a special election, and he didn't waste any time speaking up for what we care about most. He said we need to fund education, increase teacher pay, and get our economy moving again. Today, all of those things have happened: Zack Taylor helped pass the largest teacher pay increase in state history, and he supported pro-business policies that helped jump-start our economy.
Our Representative When we have a problem, Zack Taylor helps find a solution. Seminole Public Schools had a big problem earlier this year: a large oil company wanted to charge the district $100,000 to relocate a pipeline. Zack Taylor spent a lot of time negotiating with the oil company, who finally agreed to waive the fee--saving the school district big money. Whether the problem is large or small, Zack Taylor is always ready to help us. He's our Representative. Devoted husband and father Successful small businessman 100% Pro-life
“When I won the special election just last year to serve as your state representative, I was humbled by the trust I was given. I went right to work trying to solve some of the worst problems our state has ever seen. The career politicians had really made a mess of things. I’m glad I was able to help clean it up.” –Zack Taylor
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Zack Taylor K eeping His Promises to Our Com munit y
When Zack Taylor was elected in last year's special election, he said he would focus on three things:
1. FIX THE BUDGET 2. FUND EDUCATION 3. FIGHT FOR OUR VALUES Zack Taylor kept his promises, and Oklahoma is back on the th h right path again.
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Full List of Polling Places In Pottawatomie County Precinct 630001........................................Rock Creek Baptist Church • 44900 Hardesty Rd., Shawnee Precinct 630002........................................................Calvary Baptist Church • 214 W. Farrall, Shawnee Precinct 630003.............................................. First Church of the Nazarene • 401 N. Market, Shawnee Precinct 630006...........................................................................YMCA • Saratoga & Hornet, Shawnee Precinct 630007.............................................. University Baptist Church • 2500 N. Kickapoo, Shawnee Precinct 630009...........................................Redeemer Lutheran Church • 39307 MacArthur, Shawnee Precinct 630011 ...................................................................... Grove School • 2800 N. Bryan, Shawnee Precinct 630012............................ Wesley United Methodist Church • 302 E. Independence, Shawnee Precinct 630013................................Faith Community Church of God • 43005 E. MacArthur, Shawnee Precinct 630015........................................................... Temple Baptist Church • 1244 E. Ada, Shawnee Precinct 630018................................................ Cross Connection Church • 11th & Pesotum, Shawnee Precinct 630021........................................Rock Creek Baptist Church • 44900 Hardesty Rd., Shawnee Precinct 630022...................................................Bethel Acres Assembly • 18509 Bethel Rd., Shawnee Precinct 630024...................... North Rock Creek School • EW 111 & Hwy 18, 1/4 E, N Side, Shawnee Precinct 630025................................................Church of Christ Lakeview • 15301 Hwy 102, Shawnee Precinct 630026...................................................Bethel Acres Assembly • 18509 Bethel Rd., Shawnee Precinct 630027.................................................................. Pink Town Hall • 22058 Pink Ln., Tecumseh Precinct 630029........................................................Tecumseh City Hall • 114 N. Broadway, Tecumseh Precinct 630030............................................................Church of Christ • 905 E. Walnut St., Tecumseh Precinct 630031..................................................... First United Methodist Church • 415 S. 8th, McLoud Precinct 630033.......................................................................................Earlsboro City Hall • Earlsboro Precinct 630037...........................Tribbey Community Center • Hwy 102 & Slaughterville Rd., Macomb Precinct 630038..........................................................................................St. Louis City Hall • St. Louis Precinct 630040............................................................. Maud Community Center • 310 W. Main, Maud Precinct 630041.................................................................................. Asher Community Center • Asher Precinct 630042.............................................................United Methodist Church • 212 E. 1st, Wanette
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