Oklahoma Superintendent Race Heats Up | Oklahoma City News

Oklahoma’s Superintendent race is heating up as Robert Franklin pulls ahead in the Republican runoff against James Taylor, with unofficial results showing a solid lead. The winner will face Democrat Jennettie Marshall in the general election—and this isn’t just about policy; it’s a clash of philosophies shaped by the legacy of ousted Superintendent Ryan Walters. Taylor, a pastor and teacher, leans into Walters’ controversial playbook—pushing for Bibles in classrooms, reviving Bible-linked social studies standards, and making wild claims about litter boxes in schools. Franklin, an education administrator with experience in Tulsa and Sand Springs, has stirred conservative backlash for suggesting college students read books questioning Christian nationalism and calling DEI “biblical principles.” His lone vote against a religious charter school adds complexity to his record. This race will define Oklahoma’s future in public education—and who gets to set that direction. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d214baad5d89b92a