Press release: Let’s Fix This Releases Legislative Agenda
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Andy@letsfixthisok.org
Let’s Fix This Releases Legislative Agenda
Non-partisan group focused on making change to Oklahoma’s voting laws
OKLAHOMA CITY (Jan. 29, 2019) — Let’s Fix This, a non-partisan nonprofit that educates and equips Oklahomans to actively engage with their government, is releasing its first legislative agenda for the first session of the 57th Oklahoma Legislature.
Executive Director Andy Moore said that after three years of helping folks meet their legislators and navigate the hallways of the capitol, it’s time for the organization to take a much larger stance on specific voter-focused issues.
“We’ve been hearing from Oklahomans from every side of the aisle that there’s a need to help fix the basic fabric of our democracy, starting with elections,’ Moore said. “We’re going to champion issues like automatic voter registration, making elections more accessible & convenient for voters, and even opening up primary elections so that every Oklahoman can vote for whichever candidate they support the most.”
The mission of Let’s Fix This has not changed. In fact, the organization will be more focused than ever – giving Oklahomans more information, helping them get more involved in the political process, and helping them become greater advocates for the causes they support.
“We’re not abandoning our base mission of helping Oklahomans become more involved in and aware of Oklahoma politics. That’s the heart of what we do,” Moore said. “But the need to get more voters to the polls, more folks involved in the election process in our state, is overwhelming. Let’s Fix This can be the catalyst.”
The agenda:
· Automatic voter registration
· Same day voter registration
· Expanded early voting days/times
· Consolidated election days
· Elimination of straight-party voting
· Open primaries
· Independent redistricting
· Subject the legislature to the Open Records Act
A more detailed explanation of each agenda item can be found on the Let’s Fix This website.
Let’s Fix This began three years ago with a simple idea from Moore that if enough people felt encouraged to visit with their legislators, some positive changes could occur. After creating a Facebook event one evening and inviting his friends, Moore witnessed interest in the event skyrocket to nearly 600 people.
“Let’s Fix This will continue to host our Capitol Days events each month during legislative session and provide advocacy information and training for organizations and individuals,” Moore said. “But if we’re going to really effect change in our state, Let’s Fix This must focus our efforts on specific actions to create change. Our 2019 legislative agenda is that action.”
To learn more about Let’s Fix It, check out the website at https://www.letsfixthisok.org/
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Press Release: Arts and Advocacy: Let’s Fix This Joins Oklahomans for the Arts to Train Advocates, Support Arts at Capitol
Arts and Advocacy: Let’s Fix This Joins Oklahomans for the Arts to Train Advocates, Support Arts at Capitol
OKLAHOMA CITY (April 11, 2017) — Two Oklahoma organizations will help Oklahoma leaders, artists, and arts advocates from across the state share stories of how art has impacted their lives with their legislators during Oklahoma Arts Day at the State Capitol.
Let’s Fix This and Oklahomans for the Arts will offer ways that citizens can engage their statewide representatives to help raise awareness of the importance of investment in the arts in Oklahoma. Attendees will also hear from other local organizations as they demonstrate the impact of arts and humanities in their communities.
Andy Moore, executive director of Let’s Fix This, said the partnership between the two organizations just made sense.
“Our organization exists to help everyday citizens learn how to speak to their legislators so hosting a joint advocacy training with Oklahomans for the Arts benefits everyone,” Moore said. “Voters need to make our culture a driving issue, but many Oklahomans don’t equate neighborhood events or visual art to economic impact in our state. We’re here today to help change that.”
Oklahoma Arts Day begins with at 9 a.m. with advocacy training in the Blue Room, then continues with a Kickoff Rally at 10:30 a.m. on the second-floor rotunda.
You almost never hear the arts discussed at town halls or community meetings, where elected officials would realize how important it is to their constituents,’ said Julia Kirt, executive director, Oklahomans for the Arts. “Yet we forget that often what sets one day apart from another is some unique experience — how we felt after a play, a concert, a festival, a painting we saw or something we read. We’re here today to make sure our representatives understand that our arts and culture are a core voting issue.”
Following the 10:30 a.m. rally, advocates will meet with their legislators to share their personal stories of how arts and culture impacts them and their local communities.
Live music and interactive art displays will be part of the Capitol throughout the day. There will also be guided tours of the state art collection each hour.
The event is free and open to the public. More than 1,000 arts supporters participated last year.
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Press Release: Citizens Head to Capitol to Voice Concerns Over State Revenue
Citizens Head to Capitol to Voice Concerns Over State Revenue
Members of Let’s Fix This Host Second Capitol Event of 2017
OKLAHOMA CITY (March 22, 2017) — This morning a passionate crowd of Oklahomans is gathering together at the State Capitol to encourage their legislators to pass measures that address the state’s revenue problems.
Nonpartisan group Let’s Fix This is hosting the day-long event to help everyday citizens overcome their fear of speaking with their legislators.
Andy Moore, executive director of Let’s Fix This, said the organizations’ Capitol events offer an opportunity for citizens to meet their legislators and voice their opinions in a comfortable environment.
“We’ve begun hosting these events to help people get more comfortable with engaging with their legislators and being at the Capitol,” Moore said. “Sometimes folks just need a little support and are more willing to speak up if there’s a group or a few friends with them, and that’s what we offer.”
Oklahomans are encouraged to meet at the State Capitol Building, 2300 N. Lincoln Blvd., at 9 a.m., Wednesday, March 22 in the Blue Room on the second floor.
“We’ve got some serious issues to discuss with our legislators today and they need our ideas and support now more than ever,” said Moore. “Our state needs to find new revenue sources and support public education, and legislators need to know that’s what matters to their constituents.”
For more information on the Let’s Fix This event, visit the Facebook event: Let's Fix This Capitol Days
To learn more about Let’s Fix It, check out the website at https://www.letsfixthisok.org/
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The Let’s Fix This organization began last legislative session with a simple idea from Andy Moore that if enough people felt encouraged to visit with their legislators, some positive changes could occur.
Press Release: Let’s Fix This Kicks Off Series of Capitol Events for Everyday Folks, Legislators
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Contact:
Andy@letsfixthisok.org
405-361-2027
Let’s Fix This Kicks Off Series of Capitol Events for Everyday Folks, Legislators
Non-partisan group helps Oklahomans navigate the hallways of the Capitol
OKLAHOMA CITY (Feb. 14, 2017) — Tomorrow morning dozens of Oklahomans will step foot in their state’s capitol, many for the first time ever. That’s thanks to Let’s Fix This, a non-partisan group that encourages everyday Oklahomans to reach out to their legislators and get involved in what’s happening at Capitol.
The next Capitol Day begins Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 9 a.m. in room 412A at the Oklahoma State Capitol. People from all political parties – or no political affiliation - are welcome to attend.
Andy Moore, executive director of Let’s Fix This, hopes to encourage all Oklahomans to begin a conversation with their legislators about issues that matter to them.
“Oklahoma politics is more unpredictable than ever, which makes it more important for all citizens to voice their concerns to their legislators,” Moore said. “Our events are non-partisan – we’re not here to support certain issues – we’re just helping folks find their way around the Capitol and encouraging them to let their representatives and senators know what matters to them.”
For those who can’t meet at the capitol during the work day, a Capitol Crawl is planned from 5-9 p.m. at several pubs and restaurants on Uptown 23rd. Citizens can come meet with legislators in a more relaxed setting.
The Let’s Fix This organization began last legislative session with a simple idea from Moore that if enough people felt encouraged to visit with their legislators, some positive changes could occur. After creating a Facebook event one evening and inviting his friends, Moore witnessed interest in the event skyrocket to nearly 600 people.
“We’re looking forward to encouraging more engagement from the public in what happens at the Capitol,” Moore said. “Everyday citizens can make a difference, just by contacting their legislators and voicing their opinions about the issues.”
For more information on this and other Let’s Fix This events: https://www.facebook.com/LetsFixThisOK/
To learn more about Let’s Fix It, check out the website at https://www.letsfixthisok.org/
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Press Release: Non-Partisan Group Hosts ‘Hall and Oaths’ Event at State Capitol
OKLAHOMA CITY (Nov. 13, 2016) — Let’s Fix This, a non-partisan group focused on encouraging participation in the legislative process, is hosting a “Hall and Oaths” event on Wednesday, Nov. 16 at the Oklahoma State Capitol.
Non-Partisan Group Hosts ‘Hall and Oaths’ Event at State Capitol
Citizens encouraged to attend, welcome new legislators, meet representatives
OKLAHOMA CITY (Nov. 13, 2016) — Let’s Fix This, a non-partisan group focused on encouraging participation in the legislative process, is hosting a “Hall and Oaths” event on Wednesday, Nov. 16 at the Oklahoma State Capitol.
The event will be held during the swearing-in ceremonies of new Oklahoma State legislators, and is meant to encourage comfort with the legislative process. It also will provide an opportunity for every day citizens to meet with their representatives.
Andy Moore, executive director of Let’s Fix This, said it’s great way to welcome new legislators to the job.
“This is the perfect time for citizens to show their representatives that they aren't just some nameless voter – that they are a person with a story and that they have opinions legislators should consider,” Moore said. “The goal of the event is simply to introduce ourselves to our legislators and let them know that we're here, we're interested, and we're going to be involved this session.”
All citizens – Republicans and Democrats alike – are encouraged to meet at the State Capitol Building, 2300 N. Lincoln Blvd., at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 16 in the 4th floor rotunda.
“This is a great chance to meet others who are interested in what’s happening at our legislature. Our members will be there to help others meet their legislators and find their way around,” said Moore. “If you're worried or nervous, take heart - this will be a new experience for all of us. Remember - we're all in this together!”
The Let’s Fix This organization began last legislative session with a simple idea from Moore that if enough people felt encouraged to visit with their legislators, some positive changes could occur. After creating a Facebook event one evening and inviting his friends, Moore witnessed interest in the event skyrocket to nearly 600 people.
Moore stressed that Hall and Oaths will be the first of several events from the group.
“Let’s Fix This is just a group of regular folks who’ve come together to help introduce others to the legislative process and help them find comfort in speaking to their representatives about issues that matter,” said Moore. “We’re looking forward to hosting several events throughout the legislative session to make sure the voices of the public are heard.”
For more information on the Hall and Oats event, visit the Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/LetsFixThisOK/?fref=ts
To learn more about Let’s Fix It, check out the website at https://www.letsfixthisok.org/