Mick Cornett in 2018 OK Governor's race
On Energy & Oil:
Move away from the oil and gas industry
Cornett discussed the importance of moving away from the oil and gas industry to provide revenue for the state. Stitt noted he would strive to create a level playing field for competition.
Cornett is expected to gain support from the independent oil industry, while Stitt would be backed by Chamber of Commerce members and the largest oil producers.
Source: Ballotpedia.org on 2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial race
Aug 28, 2018
On Abortion:
Ban abortions except rape, incest or to save life of mother
Mick Cornett and Kevin Stitt, two candidates vying for the Republican gubernatorial nomination, say they would sign legislation banning or restricting abortion, even if it would violate abortion rights granted by the US Supreme Court in two major
decisions. Cornett said at a Republican forum that he would sign legislation banning all abortions except in the cases of rape, incest or to save the life of the mother. Stitt says he would sign every piece of anti-abortion legislation that came to him.
Cornett responded, "I'd sign it. Just--how long do I have?" The moderator responded that he had 30 seconds. "I'll sign it," Cornett said. "That's too short a time on such a deep and important question."
Two years ago,
Gov. Fallin vetoed a bill passed by the Oklahoma Legislature that would have criminalized abortion except to save the life of a woman. Fallin did sign other bills with abortion restrictions that were later struck down.
Source: Press-Reader on 2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial race
Jul 15, 2018
On Budget & Economy:
History of developing budget based on needs of the community
While the state budget process remains a mess, Mick knows budgeting is about priorities and leadership. Mick has played a key role in developing Oklahoma City's annual budget transparently based on the consensus needs of the community.
For years Oklahoma City has received the highest possible credit rating and keeps a rainy day fund equal to 15% of the annual budget. All MAPS projects were completed debt free with complete accountability to the taxpayer.
Source: 2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial campaign website Mick2018.com
Jul 4, 2018
On Education:
Says teachers deserve raises that equal the regional average
Mick's mother was a teacher and he understands the importance education plays in growing our economy, promoting a stronger workforce and creating better jobs that keep our kids and grandkids here.
Mick believes teachers deserve a raise. He would like to see salaries increased to the regional average with competitive pay increases for STEM teachers.
Source: 2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial campaign website Mick2018.com
Jul 4, 2018
On Health Care:
Wants personal responsibility part of a healthcare approach
Mick believes we must prioritize health and wellness to reduce medical costs and live up to our full potential. Mick led Oklahoma City through a transformational shift in its approach to obesity. Relying on individual responsibility and improving
the built environment, Oklahoma City's health statistics have improved in nearly every measurement. Mick wants to create a state that will attract the top doctors and medical care, and he wants all to have access to quality emergency care and hospitals.
Source: 2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial campaign website Mick2018.com
Jul 4, 2018
On Jobs:
History of creating jobs and bringing in new industry
As Mayor, Oklahoma City created nearly 100K new jobs and over 9,400 new businesses. He wants to use his job-creating skills to attract new industry to all of Oklahoma. Under Mick's leadership,
Oklahoma City diversified its economy expanding thousands of new jobs in aviation and biomedical fields. His ability to promote our state helped create a tourism industry that has grown each year and attracted new dollars to our state.
Source: 2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial campaign website Mick2018.com
Jul 4, 2018
On Principles & Values:
God and church are main components of his value system
Mick is considered nationally to be 'the most conservative big city mayor in the country.' He is pro-life and a defender of the second amendment.
Mick and his wife, Terri, attend Skyline Church, a non-denominational Bible church in Oklahoma City. Terri calls Mick, "the most Godly man I know."
Source: 2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial campaign website Mick2018.com
Jul 4, 2018
On Technology:
Rebuilding roads and bridges creates jobs & grows economy
President Trump has asked Mick to serve on two national committees dealing with infrastructure: the Federal Committee on Automation and the Infrastructure Summit. The Trump administration believes
Oklahoma City is a model for the rest of the country in infrastructure financing. Oklahoma must increase its attention to roads and bridges. Mick believes better infrastructure leads to more jobs and a stronger economy.
Source: 2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial campaign website Mick2018.com
Jul 4, 2018
On Crime:
If prison recidivism rates get reduced so will incarceration
During a forum last week in Oklahoma City, the candidates were asked what steps they would take as governor to reduce the number of people incarcerated in Oklahoma. That total, which has been growing for decades, stands at roughly
27,000. On a per capita basis, the state's incarceration rate ranks No. 2 nationally; we lead the country in female incarceration rate.
Cornett said improving the state's recidivism rate would do much to drive down incarceration totals. "It hurts me to admit that if a person drops out of high school, chances are they won't be going back, but if a person gets out of prison,
chances are they will be going back," he said. "We do a very poor job of offering a person a better path coming out." Cornett said he believes criminal justice reform is an area where headway can be made."
Source: The Oklahoman on 2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial race
May 3, 2018
On Gun Control:
Supports 2nd Amendment; enforce laws already on the books
Oklahoma City Mayor Mick Cornett said Friday that he is a "lifelong supporter of the 2nd Amendment."
Cornett said, "We have laws on the books and we need to make sure we are doing our due diligence in enforcing them."
Source: The Oklahoman on 2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial race
Feb 24, 2018
On Immigration:
Says the term "sanctuary cities" is a manipulative label
Oklahoma City Mayor Mick Cornett said President Trump and his Cabinet should pay more attention to the details of their immigration policy rather than threatening "sanctuary cities," which mayors said was an imprecise term used to stir up fears among
voters. "We're not interested in some label that seems to be generated by people outside the mainstream for some political or manipulative effect," said Cornett, who will soon finish his term as president of the U.S. Conference of Mayors.
Source: Politico.com on 2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial race
Mar 29, 2017
On Homeland Security:
Praises nonprofits efforts finding housing for homeless vets
Mayor Mick Cornett pitched the virtues of service in Wednesday's State of the City address, highlighting accomplishments of nonprofits that fill gaps in Oklahoma City's social services safety net. Cornett gave credit to
nonprofits' efforts by organizations, including the Homeless Alliance, for finding housing for homeless veterans, and the Humane Society, for turning around dismal euthanasia rates in the animal shelter by helping find homes for stray pets.
Source: The Oklahoman on 2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial race
Jan 13, 2016
On Corporations:
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
On Civil Rights:
Wants local government to have diversity; represent everyone
Mayor Cornett, now in his fourth term, said his definition of diversity might differ from others. He wants people of all races, creeds and genders involved in local government.
But it's more than that. There's a need for the city staff to geographically represent the city, as well.
Source: The Oklahoman on 2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial race
Jul 2, 2014
On Environment:
Great value in the EPA's "brownfields" cleaning up program
Cornett said the agency's [EPA's}"brownfields" program, which helps cities, states and Indian tribes clean up abandoned sites or community eyesores to prepare for redevelopment, has "made a remarkable difference in Oklahoma City." "We used brownfields
money to help close that gap. We had an environmental site along our river--which 60 years ago had been a city dump--and we were able to address the environmental needs there, and Dell Computers has built a campus with 1,500 employees," he said.
Source: The Oklahoman on 2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial race
Oct 20, 2011
On Energy & Oil:
Recognizes energy's role in workforce, sees future in wind
We feel like energy is a significant part of our workforce. It's a significant market sector that we need to continue to grow. And we're not tied just to fossil fuel-type energy. Our goal is for Oklahoma City to be one of the energy capitals of the
United States and the world, and we need to be viable in all of those categories, especially wind. As the Pickens Plan points out, this part of the country is rich in wind resources, and we need to be taking advantage of that in Oklahoma.
Source: PickensPlan.com on 2018 Oklahoma gubernatorial race
Dec 17, 2008
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