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Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt thinks political drama can be toned down
AP News • • nation
Key Points:
- Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt, outgoing chair of the National Governors Association, reflected on his bipartisan work with governors and emphasized shared American values despite political differences.
- Stitt strongly opposes federalizing elections, advocating that states should control their own voting processes to ensure fairness and trust in results.
- He recounted pushing back against former President Trump’s attempt to exclude Democratic governors from a White House meeting, highlighting the importance of inclusivity in the NGA.
- Stitt attributes heightened political polarization to an oversized federal government imposing uniform policies on diverse states, advocating for respect of state differences to reduce tensions.
- Looking ahead, Stitt hopes the Republican Party refocuses on fiscal responsibility and does not plan to seek further elected office after his current term as governor.
