The Journal Record

President Joe Biden has dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House following a debate with Donald Trump that raised concerns about his fitness for office. Biden, who will continue serving until Jan. 20, 2025, cited the best interest of his party and country in his decision. #Biden #2024Election #PresidentialRace #KamalaHarris #DemocraticNomination #Politics #Election2024

Rachel Keith, Ada High School’s honors English teacher, has been named Oklahoma’s 2024 Teacher of the Year. Known for her dedication to both her students and fellow educators, Keith is a staunch advocate for mentoring young teachers. Keith, a 19-year veteran, emphasizes the critical role of mentorship during a teacher’s early years, believing that support during this phase significantly impacts career longevity and success. State Superintendent Ryan Walters praised her exemplary commitment to Oklahoma education and her role as an advocate for new teachers. #TeacherOfTheYear #EducationAdvocate #OklahomaEducation #Mentorship #TeachingExcellence #SupportTeachers #RachelKeith

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Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond is challenging federal regulation of cryptocurrencies, joining a multistate amicus brief led by Iowa. Drummond argues the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's approach overreaches its authority, bypassing Congress and threatening state consumer protection laws. This stance is pivotal amid ongoing debates on whether cryptocurrencies should be classified as securities, currencies, or commodities. Story by: Jeff Elkins #Cryptocurrency #OklahomaAG #FederalRegulation #SEC #DigitalAssets #StateRights #CryptoScams #InnovationProtection

 A global technology outage grounded flights, knocked banks and hospital systems offline, and disrupted media outlets worldwide on July 19. The issue, caused by a faulty update to Microsoft Windows, impacted critical services globally. Cyber expert James Bore highlighted the severe implications of such outages, emphasizing the dependence on a few key software providers. #GlobalOutage #TechDisruption #MicrosoftUpdate #CrowdStrike #CyberSecurity #TravelDelays #BankingOutage #HealthcareImpact

Are contracts actually binding? Attorneys: “It depends.” In today’s The Journal Record, McAfee & Taft trial lawyer Cole McLanahan explains why attorneys so frequently give that answer when asked that question. Practically speaking, a lot of variables impact whether a contract is actually binding. Read more » https://mt.law/8b2f5

Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond has appealed a court order placing the state's immigration law, House Bill 4156, on hold pending legal challenges. Drummond asserts that HB 4156, which criminalizes "impermissible occupation" by unauthorized immigrants entering Oklahoma, is crucial for combating criminal activity associated with illegal immigration. #OklahomaLaw #ImmigrationReform #LegalNews #USConstitution #TenthCircuitCourt #StateVsFederal

Norman Regional Health System is set to open its expanded HealthPlex on July 29, marking a significant milestone in its $300 million Inspire Health Strategic Plan. Erin Barnhart, executive director of the Norman Regional Health Foundation, emphasized the impact of donor support for the ZeroG system, which enhances patient rehabilitation after events like strokes. Physical Therapist Ben Vandaveer highlighted its safety and effectiveness in preventing falls during recovery. Story by: Jeff Elkins #HealthcareInnovation #NormanRegional #HospitalExpansion #PatientCare #InspireHealth #ZeroGSystem #Rehabilitation #OklahomaHealthcare

Seven state prisoners suing the Oklahoma Department of Corrections for prolonged confinement in small shower stalls have not exhausted the agency’s grievance process, according to a federal court filing by state attorneys. Attorneys Lauren Ray and Lexie P. N. stated that a state review found no formal grievances submitted by the prisoners regarding unconstitutional treatment or civil rights violations. #PrisonReform #Oklahoma #CivilRights #PrisonConditions #LegalAction #InmateRights #FederalLawsuit #JusticeSystem

I have published my monthly op-ed in The Journal Record! This month, I wrote about the importance of 501(c)(3) organization's to remain nonpartisan in compliance with the Johnson Amendment. It ensures that organizations remain dedicated to their missions, the public good, and remain above the political fray! I have linked my op-ed below, I would love to hear your thoughts on it! #OKCNP #CenteredOnNonprofits #Nonprofits #NonprofitSector #TheJournalRecord https://lnkd.in/dzEh6yU2