News Release
Choctaw Nation
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Chief
Gary Batton released the following statement following a debate between Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Joy Hofmeister.
“Tonight’s debate highlighted what we already know: Joy Hofmeister shares Oklahoma’s conservative values, and she is clearly the right choice to be Oklahoma’s next governor,”
Batton said. “Joy has demonstrated time and again she understands unity is the right path forward for our state and that she values the benefits the Choctaw Nation and other tribes provide.”
“I urge all Oklahomans, especially members of the Choctaw Nation and other Native Americans, to make sure their voice is heard by voting in this critical election,” Batton said.
About the Choctaw Nation
The Choctaw Nation is the third-largest Indian Nation in the United States with more than 200,000 tribal members and 10,000-plus associates. This ancient people has an oral tradition dating back over 13,000 years. The first tribe over the Trail of Tears, its historic reservation boundaries are in the southeast corner of Oklahoma, covering 10,923 square miles. The Choctaw Nation’s vision, “Living out the Chahta Spirit of faith, family and culture,” is evident as it continues to focus on providing opportunities for growth and prosperity. For more information about the Choctaw Nation, its culture, heritage and traditions, please go to http://www.choctawnation.com.
