Article Submitted by LeFlore County Republicans

Republican candidates for Oklahoma governor met for a second time in as many weeks at a party-led forum Saturday, Feb. 28.

In a heavily Republican state like Oklahoma, the party’s primary race often predicts the outcome of the general election. In this case, it could determine who will be the state’s first new governor in eight years.

The sold-out Saturday event was hosted by the state Republican Party in Oklahoma City. It featured seven candidates, including Gentner Drummond, Chip Keating and Mike Mazzei. Charles McCall appeared by video.

Less than four months are left until the primary election on June 16. Should a runoff election for the primary be needed, it will be Aug. 25. The general election will be Nov. 3.

Here is the link to watch the debate on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6EdlFivL3go

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