Election, Oklahoma education were top Viewpoints in November

The month of November was dominated by the presidential election and the aftermath. Columnists shared their thoughts on the outcome and what it means for the future. Education in Oklahoma also was once again a hot topic for our local guest columnists.

Election

MOVING FORWARD: In an editorial, The Oklahoman’s Clytie Bunyan writes that our wish is that Donald Trump recognizes the eruptive division among people in this country and sets about the business of healing.

RED LINE: Trump’s irresponsible policies and dictator-like leadership style will have lasting impacts, writes guest columnist Lynn Adams. Will Oklahoma’s red state status protect us?

WINNING STRATEGY: Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt writes that we have a long history in this city of Republicans, Democrats and independents putting aside the things that divide us and finding common purpose. OKC residents may be split on national politics, but we work together for progress, he writes.

THE WRONG MESSAGE? Trump’s election sends conflicting message to children, writes guest columnist David Myers. He asks: Are we telling our children that honesty, accountability and integrity no longer matter in the highest echelons of power?

EDITORIAL CARTOON: The election is over. Now it’s time to work to bring the divided nation back together.

Education

WHAT NOW? After Ryan Walters was passed over for the education secretary position in Trump’s Cabinet, we asked readers to share advice for what Walters should do next.

KEY INVESTMENT: Research shows a good educational ranking is a major factor in attracting new business and employment. Our schools aren’t measuring up, writes guest columnist Phil Busey Sr. Let’s demand better education from our leaders.

PRIORITY PROBLEM: Public schools are struggling for resources, particularly in rural areas, writes Hannah Royce, yet money is being shifted to private schools.

BAD NUMBERS: Oklahoma legislators influenced by unreliable education data, guest columnist John Thompson writes. If teachers lose their due process rights, who will be able to resist Ryan Walters’ civics curriculum committee?

Other takes

DON’T PASS THE LEFTOVERS: Thanksgiving is usually a time for gratitude, writes Clytie Bunyan, but many Oklahomans are struggling with finances and well-being. These realities aren’t meant for anyone to choke on their turkey dinner. It’s time we take a sobering look at the policies that are not working for many Oklahomans.

MULLET OVER: Oklahoma Voice’s Janelle Stecklein writes that Mike Gundy should stick to what he’s best at — football — instead of blaming everyone else for his failures. His recent tirade showed lack of empathy toward fellow Oklahomans.

This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: November Viewpoints: Trump’s election, Ryan Walters and education

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