State of Oklahoma Archives: on Free Trade
Abby Broyles:
Trade war with China disastrous for farmers
Abby will work to reverse Jim Inhofe's support of farm policies that have led to disastrous consequences. Oklahoma's family farms have become collateral damage in a trade war supported by Jim Inhofe that started to help manufacturers and other
companies they believe have been hurt by China's "unfair" trade practices. Abby will put the Oklahomans with soil under their fingertips first and end this absurd practice of telling them to continue suffering because it's going to be great in the end.
Source: 2020 Oklahoma Senate campaign website AbbyBroyles.com
Jul 26, 2020
Chris Powell:
Support free trade
Q: Do you support or oppose the statement, "Support & expand free trade"?
A: Strongly support.
Source: OnTheIssues interview of 2018 Oklahoma Governor candidate
May 15, 2018
James Lankford:
Yes to trade adjustment; Yes to fast-track
Ballotpedia.org analysis of Congressional voting record on trade issues:- Voted YEA on Trade adjustment assistance (TAA): On 5/22/15, the Senate passed the TAA measure in HR 1314 by a vote of 62 to 37. TAA is a federal program providing
American workers displaced by foreign trade agreements with job training and services.
- Voted YEA on Trade promotion authority (TPA): On 6/24/15, the Senate passed a TPA measure by a vote of 60-38, as part of HR 2146 .
TPA would give the president fast-track authority to negotiate trade agreements sent to Congress without the opportunity for amendment or filibuster.
Source: Ballotpedia.org coverage of 2016 Oklahoma Senate race
Jun 24, 2015
James Lankford:
Opposed bipartisan China competition bill as unfocused
Lankford believes the bill was not focused enough on combatting and competing with China, and doesn't give enough power to private businesses. "The U.S. Innovation and Competition Act is not focused, strategic or affordable," Lankford said. "We should
partner universities with private businesses to spark innovation, increase our own development of critical minerals, aggressively negotiate trade agreements around the world and isolate Chinese companies for their clear human rights violations."
Source: The Norman Transcript on 2022 Oklahoma Senate race
Jun 9, 2021
Joe Maldonado:
Support and expand free trade
Q: Do you support or oppose the statement, "Support & expand free trade"?
A: Yes
Source: OnTheIssues interview of 2018 Oklahoma Governor candidate
May 15, 2018
Kendra Horn:
Called for a vote on Trump trade deal, joining Republicans
Horn joined the six Oklahoma Republicans on a news release about the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement. Horn has been pushing for a vote on USMCA for months. Along with 13 other Democrats, Horn signed a letter to Pelosi in July stating that
it was "imperative that we reach a negotiated agreement early in the fall. Canada and Mexico are by far our most important trading partners, and we need to restore certainty in these critical relationships that support millions of American jobs."
Source: The Oklahoman on 2022 Oklahoma Senate race
Dec 5, 2019
Kevin Stine:
International trade deals have cost U.S. jobs
Stine said he wants to close up corporate loopholes to prevent U.S. corporations from buying a foreign company and then declaring they are no longer an American corporation to avoid taxes.Stine gives Wyden credit for being consistent in
standing behind various issues even if they put the senator at odds with Democrats. But the issues Wyden has stood behind include international trade deals that have cost jobs, Stine said.
He cited a Washington, D.C.-based Economic Policy Institute analysis that found Oregon was one of the hardest hit states in the country for job losses because of various trade deals since 2001.
The Institute's report claimed 3.2 million jobs were lost nationwide since China joined the World Trade Organization that helped push up the U.S. trade deficit.
Source: Medford Mail Tribune on 2016 Oklahoma Senate race
Sep 21, 2015
Madison Horn:
Increase international technological collaboration
- Modernize government systems to account for accelerated technological advancements
- Evaluate current corporate and consumer data privacy and antitrust policies and regulations
- Leverage global alliances to increase international
technological collaboration
- Address economic policy being hindered by lack of investment in cloud computing and blockchain technology
- Invest in offensive and defensive cybersecurity capabilities with heightened attention on China and Russia
Source: 2022 Oklahoma Senate campaign website MadisonHorn.com
Aug 24, 2022
Mike Workman:
Better worker protections in trade agreements
ECONOMY: Better worker protections in international trade agreements.
RAISE MINIMUM WAGE: phase out exemptions, raise to at least $10.10 an hour, index to inflation, then work towards a livable wage of $15 an hour.
Source: 2016 OK Senate campaign website facebook/Workman-4-Oklahoma
Aug 8, 2016
Nathan Dahm:
Promotes economic, cultural ties between Oklahoma, Romania
During a trip to Romania Dahm had the opportunity to discuss the continuing efforts to finalize the Strategic Partnership between Romania and the U.S. "There is a great opportunity for Oklahoma to help Romania and our own economy by sharing our
abundance of natural energy and agriculture with them," said Dahm. "I'm working to promote the possible establishment of sister cities. This would be a wonderful way to foster further cultural and commercial ties."
Source: State Senate press release on 2022 Oklahoma U.S. Senate race
Aug 16, 2013
Markwayne Mullin:
We have been subsidizing the Canadian economy by billions
We haven't lost Canada as an ally. They need us more than we need them. The fact is we have been subsidizing their economy by the tunes of billions of dollars every single year and they know that. What President Trump is saying is, is enough is enough.
If you want to have a relationship with the United States, it's going to be an even playing field, a two-way street. We want reciprocal tariffs. We want to be treated the same. We want to have access to your economy like you have access to us.
Source: Meet the Press on 2026 Oklahoma Senate race
Mar 30, 2025
Markwayne Mullin:
Trump's tariffs not a trade war, it's balancing our economy
Sen. Markwayne Mullin is heeding White House advice and taking a long-term view to help explain the sweeping tariffs President Donald Trump unleashed on allies and foes alike. "This isn't a trade war. This is balancing our economy
with countries that have taken advantage of us," Mullin told "Fox News Sunday" host Shannon Bream. "There's countries for decades that have got rich over the backs of the workers here in America."
Source: Politico.com, "Tariffs," on 2026 Oklahoma Senate race
Apr 6, 2025
Alan Armstrong:
Would gladly pay 25% tariff if permitting was reformed
Permitting costs and legal fees have climbed so dramatically in the United States that some companies said they would gladly accept the tariffs if they got relief from those costs, said Alan Armstrong, chief executive of pipeline owner
Williams Companies. "We'll gladly pay a 25 percent tariff if we can get our permitting in order," Armstrong said from the stage, adding later that his company buys most of its steel from Europe.
Source: Politico.com on 2026 Oklahoma Senate race
Mar 12, 2025
Jim Priest:
End reckless tariffs & recover our international reputation
America is strongest when we stand with our allies and lead with a steady hand. Jim will end reckless tariffs, restore Congress's authority, and rebuild the trust that makes America a beacon of democracy again.- Recover our international
reputation as a beacon of democracy and a reliable ally.
- Restore trust in public safety.
- Protect natural resources responsibly.
- Respond faster to wildfires and severe weather.
Source: 2026 Oklahoma Senate campaign web JimPriest.com
Jun 23, 2026
Jim Priest:
End Trade Tariffs that drive up the cost of living
Ending Trade Tariffs that drive up the cost of living: The current administration has imposed reckless and harmful tariffs which drive up the cost of living for Americans. Ronald Reagan warned "Tariffs are just taxes on Americans--they raise prices,
cost jobs, and hurt the very people they claim to protect." Congress has not stepped up to assume its responsibility in this area. No wonder only 10-15% of Americans approve of Congress!
Source: Substack "JimPriestOK" on 2026 Oklahoma Senate race
Apr 25, 2026
Mike Mazzei:
Keep restrictions on beef imports to protect ranchers
Mazzei, who was endorsed by the president early in the election cycle, said he and Trump are generally aligned. But he said he does not support Trump's decision to import beef from other countries."President Trump and I aren't going to agree on
everything, and this is just one item that I don't agree with, importing beef from other countries," Mazzei said.
Mazzei said he supports Oklahoma farmers and ranchers, particularly as they deal with drought and concerns about beef prices.
Source: KOCO 5-ABC on 2026 Oklahoma Governor race
Sep 30, 2026
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