The Fight for Government Transparency & Reform
November 21, 2024
In this episode of Health & Will Power Hour, Harlon Pickett sits down with former Oklahoma State Representative and author Charles Key to discuss government accountability, transparency, and the power of grassroots advocacy. Charles also shares insights from his investigation into the Oklahoma City bombing.
He also dives into the barriers that prevent elected officials from effectively representing their constituents and how special interests often take precedence over the public good. The conversation explores actionable ways citizens can reclaim their voice, hold representatives accountable, and drive meaningful change in government.
Key Points
Key Points
- Disconnect between representatives and the people.
- Citizen involvement is necessary to hold government accountable.
- Lobbying can overshadow constituent voices due to monetary influence.
- Parallels between Oklahoma and Texas political environments.
- Challenges especially regarding Social Security and Medicare budgets.
- Concerns over limitations to constitutional rights.
- Constituents engaging with representatives can have significant impact.
Links
Eagle Care Health Solutions - https://eaglecarehealth.com/
Charles Keys' Website - https://www.charleskey.com/
Connect with Charles on...
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/former-oklahoma-state-rep-charles-key-50a4738/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rep.charles.key/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RepCharlesKey