by Adam Soltani | Jan 26, 2023 | Press Release
(OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 1/26/2023) — The Oklahoma chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-OK) and the CAIR Legal Defense Fund (CAIR LDF) filed a lawsuit today against the Oklahoma City Police Department (OKCPD) for their unlawful targeting of a...
by Adam Soltani | Jan 25, 2023 | Press Release
(OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 1/25/2023) – On Thursday, Jan. 26, the Oklahoma chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-OK) and the CAIR Legal Defense Fund (CAIR LDF) will hold a news conference to announce the filing of a lawsuit against the Oklahoma City...
by Nicole Baumann, Advocacy Coordinator | Jan 4, 2023 | Blog
Each year, CAIR Oklahoma (CAIR-OK) develops policy priorities to advance key issues and promote civic engagement among Oklahoma Muslims. The priorities are informed by research, community interest, CAIR-OK’s mission, and is approved by our Board of Directors. If you...
by Nicole Baumann, Advocacy Coordinator | Nov 23, 2022 | Blog
While November is often associated with elections at the CAIR-OK Government Affairs department, it is also commemorated as Native American Heritage Month. Oklahoma has the 3rd highest population of Native Americans in the United States, with 39 different federally...
by Nicole Baumann, Advocacy Coordinator | Nov 17, 2022 | Blog
Last week, we released our “Birds-Eye View” of the midterm elections, listing results of some key races and noting some interesting trends across the country. Now, with ballots fully counted and results being finalized in national races, we’re ready...
by Nicole Baumann, Advocacy Coordinator | Nov 10, 2022 | Blog
In a state where voter turnout is low, especially in midterm season, Oklahoma saw mostly typical results, with subtle evidence of change. With over 34,000 fewer Oklahomans voting this time than in 2018, it is evident that voter apathy is still a huge concern:...
by Nicole Baumann, Advocacy Coordinator | Oct 27, 2022 | Blog
On Wednesday, Oct. 19, two Oklahoma Governor candidates took to the stage, giving voters a final chance to view many of their top concerns being addressed between the two parties. Gov. Kevin Stitt, the incumbent Republican, and State Superintendent Joy Hofmeister, the...
by Adam Soltani | Oct 20, 2022 | Press Release
(OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 10/20/2022) – On Tuesday, Oct. 25, the Oklahoma chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-OK), along with community partners, will host its inaugural Candidate Open House, a meet-and-greet event featuring candidates for local and...
by Adam Soltani | Sep 27, 2022 | Press Release
(OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 9/27/22) – The Oklahoma chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-OK) and First Unitarian Church of Oklahoma City (First Unitarian) will be hosting an Afghan Advocacy Night to write letters to Senators Lankford and Inhofe urging...
by Carla Hinton | The Oklahoman | Sep 1, 2022 | In The News
Young people will have two ways to participate in a popular event that highlights the diversity of the Oklahoma City metro area faith community. The popular Interfaith Youth Tour returns on Sept. 11 featuring three houses of worship: Temple B’nai Israel, First...
