The Gadfly: State's Humiliation Continues

The humiliation of Oklahoma because of the actions of some elected officials continues.

The list of stumbling officials continues to dominate water cooler and coffee shop talk and the comments aren't complimentary.

Labor Commissioner Lloyd Fields, Democrat, allegedly tried to steal a guitar while allegedly drunk following an event in downtown Oklahoma City over the weekend.

Auditor and Inspector Jeff McMahan, Democrat, indicted by a federal grand jury, now faces possible impeachment by the House of Representatives.

Rep. Lance Cargill, Republican, resigns as House Speaker after failing to pay personal income taxes and business property taxes in timely fashion.

Rep. Gus Blackwell, Republican, House Speaker Pro Tem, withdraws from race to succeed Cargill over failure to pay taxes in timely fashion.

Insurance Commissioner Carroll Fisher, Democrat, resigns while facing impeachment by the House of Representatives. Convicted criminal faces more criminal charges.

Senator Gene Stipe, Democrat, leaves Senate in disgrace following federal investigation. Convicted criminal faces continuing legal problems.

Rep. Mike Mass, Democrat and former chairman of the Oklahoma Democratic Party, convicted in Stipe campaign funny money scheme.

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