$125,000 Raised At Republican Event

Oklahoma Republicans raised about $125,000 during a fundraising reception on Tuesday in their effort to take control of the State Senate for the first time in history. They are now tied with Democrats at 24 members each.

"The room was pretty much elbow-to-elbow and shoulder-to-shoulder," said Randy Swanson, executive director of the committee dedicated to seeing the GOP gain seats in the Legislature. "The present senators and past senators who toiled those many years in the minority were excited to see the progress we're making. There was a lot of energy there."

Senator Glenn Coffee was recognized for his service as the top Senate leader this month as part of a power-sharing agreement with Democrats. Coffee, R-Oklahoma City, said he believes the GOP has a good chance of gaining the seats needed to take control.

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