Commentary
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How do you know when it’s domestic violence?
FAIRFIELD BAY, Ark. — I imagine the question in this headline seems ridiculous to most. We all have an idea of what domestic violence looks...
Historic election night fuels watch party curiosity
The last time I spent much time hanging out at election night watch parties was when George Nigh was the white-hat candidate on his...
Society of Professional Journalists award: ‘Oklahomans are well-served by NonDoc’
You might recall that 2020 was a wild year. For journalists, trying to keep up with the pandemic, the election cycle and other stressful...
Editorial: Sheriff candidates must understand why ‘black lives matter’
The three candidates for Oklahoma County Sheriff should all receive public appreciation for their participation in our Tussle at the Tower debate Wednesday night.
In...
U.S. allies, enemies also reeling from low oil prices
(Update: The Associated Press reported early Tuesday after this commentary had published that Russia's energy minister said his country has agreed with OPEC members...
OKDHS cuts are another wound for legislature, Fallin
While Oklahomans were elated by Russell Westbrook news Thursday and distracted by arrogant hashtag-mongering Friday, OKDHS announced $45 million in budget cuts Wednesday.
The Oklahoma...
Rough Saturday for Sooners fans
This is a thing among sports fanbases, if you didn't know.
After the OU Sooners' loss to Kansas State on Saturday, I have to ask:...
Letter: Former MITF director ‘not a politician’
To the editors:
The Multiple Injury Trust Fund has enjoyed an excellent rapport with Oklahoma's leadership and has had a productive relationship with lawmakers. In...
Creating a playbook for nonprofits in the COVID-19 crisis
The COVID-19 pandemic really struck home for Oklahoma City — and perhaps for a lot of the country — on March 11, when a...
The NonDoc ‘Blame it all on our roots’ Norman party
While the NonDoc world headquarters is located in Oklahoma City, our roots trace back to Norman. Each of our co-owners met in Norman and...