2018 OK Governor's race: on Corporations


Gary Richardson: End special tax breaks encouraged by lobbyists

We must create an environment that encourages all businesses to thrive in our state, not just those that can afford six-figure lobbyists to give them "special tax breaks." We need to look at restructuring the tax system that is more business friendly while ensuring everyone pays their fair share. Only then can our entire state see long-term economic growth.
Source: 2018 Oklahoma governor campaign website GaryRichardson.org May 2, 2017

Mick Cornett: Accepts donations from corporations doing city business

Several corporations that routinely appear before the City Council provided large-scale donations for a documentary directed and produced by Mick Cornett and his production company. Councilman Shadid, a longtime advocate of transparency, was critical of Cornett's business transactions with the firms that appear before the council or receive city funds. "This is a production company owned by the mayor. Then, you have these corporate entities doing business in front of the city council," he said.
Source: RedDirtReport.com on 2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial race Apr 10, 2015

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