Q: When hearing for the first time my intentions; nearly everyone has asked me: Why not start at the county or state legislative level?

A: It is because national and international issues are what "Light My Fire". It is what I have been passionate about my whole life. For me - since I went to Boy's State in 1963 - I've known my "purpose" in life was to serve the people and my country in the U.S. House or the U.S. Senate. I've followed the workings of our federal government fervently ever since; keeping informed and engaged about our democracy.

Q: When hearing for the first time my intentions; nearly everyone has told me: You don't stand a chance of being elected. Frank Lucas has been in office 14 years and is well liked. What makes you think you can win?

A. I have no doubt that Frank Lucas is a good man. But, he has not been a leader with a vision for the future, nor has he taken stands on the difficult issues of the day. He has been able to "coast" because he has not had a serious challenger for his seat in Congress since he was elected 14 years ago. Well, he has a serious challenger this year!

I recall reading a 2006 editorial in The Oklahoman that stated, "The definition of an optimist, in political terms in Oklahoma, is any candidate who runs against Frank Lucas for the 3rd Congressional District seat."

I'm a realist and an optimist. I recognize the odds are very long as I start my campaign. But, I know in my heart, in my mind, and in my gut - that when people get to know me, know my stand on the critical issues of the day, know my vision for our country's future - that I can win and I will win this election with your help and your support.

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