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Oklahoma Governor Calls For Day of Prayer to Stop Record Heatwave

A major heat wave has taken the nation by storm. As a result, officials in 17 states have issued citizen warnings and advisories. With temperatures reaching tripple digits in some areas, the extreme conditions are dangerous to say the least. Last week, in a move to end the scorching heat, Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallins asked citizens to join together in prayer. Her hope? To see God intervene to change the unbearable weather pattern.

Fallins issued a news release last week asking Oklahomans to pray for rain. She wrote:

“I encourage Oklahomans of all faiths to join me this Sunday in offering their prayers for rain. For the safety of our firefighters and our communities and the well-being of our crops and livestock, this state needs the current drought to come to an end. The power of prayer is a wonderful thing, and I would ask every Oklahoman to look to a greater power this weekend and ask for rain.”

CBS News sheds light on just how intense the weather has been:

For 47 straight days, temperatures in Oklahoma City have topped 90 degrees. There has only been one day below 100 so far this month, and it’s expected to top the century mark through at least next Friday.

This summer’s searing heat is setting new records. This month alone high temperatures have been tied or broken over 800 times.

Unfortunately, there seems to be no end in sight to the treacherous heat. Below, see FOX23.com’s 7-day forecast for Tulsa, Oklahoma:

Oklahoma Governor Calls For Day of Prayer to Stop Record Heatwave

According to CBS News, Fallins also said, “I think if we have a lot of people praying, it moves the heart of God.” In addition to issuing her call for prayer, the governor also banned outdoor burning for the western portion of the state. Extreme drought conditions led to this decision, as wildfires burden firefighters and add insult to injury.

Some, of course, are criticizing Fallins, claiming that her call breaches the line separating church and state. Others, though, believe that she’s perfectly in line in calling for statewide prayer. One Oklahoman named Holly Carroll supports Fallins’ call and sums it up as follows: “It‘s the bible belt that’s what we do, we pray.”

Now, we’ll have to wait and see if the ongoing prayers bring some relief to the region.

Comments (195)

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  • cntrlfrk
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:40am

    Nothing brings out the Anti-Christian Bigots like a heartfelt story of caring for your fellow man.

    .

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    • Gonzo
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:46am

      Ain’t that the truth?

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    • Liberal_Atheist_Critical_Thinker
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:50am

      cntrlfrk said -

      “Nothing brings out the Anti-Christian Bigots like a heartfelt story of caring for your fellow man.”

      If you really cares about your fellow man you would stop spreading the irrational and ridiculous religion that you are brainwashed with.

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    • cntrlfrk
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 10:00am

      Thanks for making my point.

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    • LOOKING_BOTH_WAYS
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 10:09am

      Ever notice that this Atheist only Mocks God and people of Faith. and he never says anything about his feelings about life

      and the”"Oxy_Moron”" uses Staving Children as if he himself cares …..I usually have an open mind and will listen to other peoples opinions.. but this “ Parasite” has none

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    • middleclassprophet
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 10:27am

      It looks like the lady is simply contributing to the stereotype of a dumb blond. This heat wave has nothing to do with religion and everything to do with simple science…something a lot of christians have a hard time understanding.

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    • independentvoteril
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 1:15pm

      I think heatwaves are called SUMMER.. Why is it they CHANGED how they calculate heat and EVERYONE can hear how hot it is by the minute so everyone goes into a panic mode?? My brother and sister in law are coming into IL for a visit.. he asked if he could get cooler weather.. (he’s from GA).. my husband and I both said NO we FREEZE for 6 months and we LIKE it .. all to soon we will be dodging snowballs..

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    • jorge_washington
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 1:52pm

      “Nothing brings out the Anti-Christian Bigots like a heartfelt story of caring for your fellow man.”

      That’s about the only thing the Neo-Christian right will give these days, prayer, for they sure has hell aren’t giving anything else. The teachings of Christ are lost on these individuals.

      Questioning with BOLDNESS

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    • jorge_washington
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 2:03pm

      “Ever notice that this Atheist only Mocks God and people of Faith. and he never says anything about his feelings about life”

      Religion is not God. An atheist always has the opportunity to change their mind and admit they were wrong. Tell me, how can a person calling themselves a Christian go about condemning people for their political views while hiding behind the teachings of Christ?

      Questioning with BOLDNESS

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    • jorge_washington
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 2:11pm

      “I think heatwaves are called SUMMER”

      These are RECORD heat waves going across most of the country. Republicans usually wait till about the dead of winter to mock global warming “hey it’s -22 degrees outside. Where’s that global warming at”. They never realize that the winters have become much colder.

      Questioning with BOLDNESS

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    • wood911
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 2:21pm

      Absolutely. If you don’t believe, ignore it, if you do pray. This is not the hottest summer we have had in my lifetime so we will survive it but there will be people suffering because of the heat. I pray for those who are suffering because of the heat.
      So far, Mary Fallin has done a good job as governor so I support her.

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    • dogdr
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 2:41pm

      Maybe somebody can help me out. You are praying to god to stop the heat wave. Isn’t it the same god you are praying to that caused the heat wave? You are asking god to stop doing what he has been doing? Why? Why did he cause the heat wave to begin with? Did you do something wrong? If so, what have you done to repent so god can throw a little rain your way? Isn’t asking god to stop what he is doing a little pretentious? There must be a reason he is frying the middle of this country. Do you think you know better than god what is best for this country? If god is killing people and crops with a heat wave he must have a reason and I wouldn’t dare question the great one. If you question god you will fry in hell, or Oklahoma, whichever is hottest.

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    • fliteking
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 3:34pm

      They are such lost people with a deep-seated belief that nothing else can prevail as truth.

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    • jzs
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 3:56pm

      Hey, where are all the Al Gore jokes now? Where are all the scoffing remarks about climate change? Doesn’t sound so funny anymore does it?

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    • sbenton
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 5:19pm

      The life of an Athiest is a sad,miserable existence. Don’t hate the Atheist, pity their miserable lives.

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    • lisa61
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 6:32pm

      SO true..
      it always amazes me how the Liberal Atheists are for CHOICE.. on only ONE topic.. they just can’t be silent when someone believes in something greater then them ( man) !
      I wouldn’t spend 2 seconds on a liberal atheist website to do nothing more then cause arguments. * They want to provoke us b/c they are under the false assumption that Christians are to lay down & not argue. oh Contraire !! we are to boldly be Salt and Light.. that is required of us. I do believe they spend their days on web sites that Christians frequent JUST to bash God.. I think we need to pity them rather then bash them.. someday they will know. And also our best bet it to TALK over them :_) just like you would do to a child that interrupts an ADULT Conversation LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL !

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    • Git-R-Done
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 6:47pm

      While at the same time they preach against bigotry.

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    • Master_and_Commander
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 10:10pm

      Liberal_Atheist_Critical_Thinker:

      ”Why not just pray for America all at once?” – Who says we all don’t? But thats beside the point, this problem is of personal importance to Oklahoma, so its only natural for them to pray for their relief. Don’t be such a fool, of course their are many things that need prayer, but all of which will be dealt with in due time.

      You are short sighted and your arguments are flawed. I pray you find God or that God brings you to Him quickly, you sure need it.

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    • Master_and_Commander
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 10:21pm

      Oh yeah, Theists are the crazy ones. NOTHING is makes more sense than believing that the Universe just POP, magically appeared from nothing when all scientific data shows that its statistically impossible… WHAT? Intelligent design? Pshhhh, come onnnnn, REALLY, thats just SO ridiculous…

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    • john1417
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 11:03pm

      hey jzs
      Most of us believe in global warming just not MAN MADE global warming.
      WOW you have a lot to learn…

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    • John Marshall
      Posted on July 19, 2011 at 11:13am

      It is good vvs evil, simple as that

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    • Pujols
      Posted on July 20, 2011 at 10:57pm

      Good for you Governor.

      Can I get an Amen . . . .

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  • Konacow
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:14am

    To the leaders and Governors of the midwest states, GOD did anwser your prayers, you were to stupid to listen, HE (GOD) wants you to build a piping system from the Mississippi River, thats why HE flooded the area. Look at how many jobs can be created, by building a piping system you could pump water all over the country to where it is needed. See GOD did anwser but you failed to listen, open up your hearts and seek GOD, the anwsers are right under your noses, GOD BLESS !!!

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  • Karen Wyp
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:05am

    God Our Father. Please bless the people of Oklahoma with cooler weather and rain for their crops. Amen.

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    • turkey13
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:35am

      You folks that are making fun of Fallon will laugh last. My sons put all their farm land in the C.R.A.P. government program. You get paid not to plant crops. Here in Oklahoma all the crops are done gone – burned up. I think God is punishing us for burning our grains and corn in our cars. Everyone I know has sold their cattle or in the process. round bales if you can find are all ready doubeled in price and if you have cows you have to feed hay right now. In the town I live in there is not one gas station that sells ethinol and all have signs stating that fact. So enjoy your green gas and what grains there are now because we are going to run out.

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    • Faith_Grace
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:27pm

      Thank you! All the hate on this comment page just beats me down…Just why does anyone that does not believe in God really care if a bunch of Okies are praying for rain. Why the hateful remarks???? My Grandma who was a Christian-Cherokee Indian said that people that are hateful and spiteful to others really are only upset in what they lack within themselves.
      But…when we had the big drought of 1980…her and I ( I was 11 at the time) got up in the middle of the living room and prayed and prayed. Then we did a little bit of Indian rain dancing. It rained a week later!!!! God loves to hear his peoples voices raised up in prayer. If you don’t believe, well then I am sorry you feel that way, but please keep your ugliness to yourself. I am sure your mature enough to manage that! God Bless all of my fellow Oklahomans….especially the farmers. I hope rain soon makes to your pastures!!!!

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    • Napkin
      Posted on July 19, 2011 at 12:19am

      That was nice, thank you! :)

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  • Liberal_Atheist_Critical_Thinker
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:56am

    How long does a Heat-Wave prayer take to work?

    LOL!

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    • moriarty70
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:04am

      If people remeber they prayed for it… Until it breaks.
      If they forgot they prayed for it… Until it breaks.

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    • Liberal_Atheist_Critical_Thinker
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:10am

      Exactly. And if it doesn‘t break then it’s god’s will – he works in mysterious ways …

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    • Konacow
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:24am

      To Liberal_Atheist_Critical_Thinker, a person whom mocks GOD, GOD will mock them on judgement day and your new home will be HELL. If I where in your shoes, I would get on my knees and ask for GOD’S forgiveness and turn your life over to JESUS CHRIST and accept JESUS as your personal LORD and SAVIOR, it’s not too late, and FIND a GOOD CHRISTIAN CHURCH and join others in the BODY of CHRIST, GOD BLESS YOU, and I WILL PRAY FOR YOU.

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    • Liberal_Atheist_Critical_Thinker
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:39am

      Konacow said -

      “To Liberal_Atheist_Critical_Thinker, a person whom mocks GOD, GOD will mock them on judgement day and your new home will be HELL. ”

      I don’t believe you.

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    • Jack of Hearts
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:53am

      @Konacow – God will also mock anyone who likes Country music or Nascar racing. Well it’s just as likely as your prediction. How do you know God hasn’t got a sense of humour? He may love your username – it can’t be that difficult to con a cow anyway (not noted for their intelligence). Surely some form of raindance would be in order? Why have no native Americans volunteered? Maybe because people might mock them?

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    • turkey13
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 10:13am

      Hey – just saw this on CNNMoney! Gold sets new record 52 week from $1314 to$1591 = $277.00 gain per ounce. They are hiding the 52 weel gain in the price of corn and wheat. Corn contact $406 to $799 = $393.00 gain and wheat Contract $610 to $892 = $282.00 gain. Also new records for soybeans and cattle. Notice that you would have made more money on corn and wheat over gold.

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    • Dr Vel
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 10:21am

      Not nearly as long as all atheists will be in the lake of fire.

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    • Liberal_Atheist_Critical_Thinker
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 10:22am

      Wow that really proves your point.

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    • JRook
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 10:44am

      Well always a good move to wait until day 47 to call for prayer. The probability is on your side that rain will come soon. Or you could consult the weather service for an extended forecast. Might work, the Indians danced for rain.

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    • Thatsitivehadenough
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 11:40am

      @LIBERAL_ATHEIST_CRITICAL_THINKER

      How much do they pay you to stay here and comment for 2+ hours anyway?

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    • Jack of Hearts
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 11:57am

      @ Thatsitivehad enough
      Never mind that – this site is getting fewer visitors by the day. What’s happened to Kickagrandma? Why isn’t she here? Is there an SS reunion somewhere? Someone send out a search party.

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    • FriarTuck17
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 12:09pm

      The idea ,Atheist, is that prayer is a request. Doesnt mean it will happen. Children die everyday being prayed over and still die, that doesnt mean that God doesnt exist and in your rebuttal it doesnt mean that he does. If you are truely the adult you claim to be then let them have their faith and leave them be.

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    • Skee
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 1:14pm

      Liberal atheist,

      Sorry, but technical Agnostics are the critical thinkers. Atheists have made their minds up on what they believe. Evolution does not prove your beliefs. What was the first event. Where did the matter come from. Did it just appear in the void of space. Christians have faith that God created the universe, Atheists have no idea, but it wasn’t God. Until you can prove your faith to me, I’ll remain the critical thinker and you can bow to the alter of tainted science and Christians can bow to God. At least they have a theory, what is yours. The Big Bang doesn‘t answer that question so don’t try. I don’t see Christains making nonbelievers pray, so why do your ilk get to tell them they can’t pray. The hypocrisy really doesn’t help your cause.

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    • fliteking
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 3:36pm

      Is that a self portrait?

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    • brnm8brn
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 4:48pm

      You are a sad person, believing in nothing has go to be a cold place. and as far as starving children go rarely do you see a proud atheist sacrificing their life to feed these people, usually it’s those horrible christians risking their life to help another.

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    • cosette
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:42pm

      @ Jack of hearts- SS as in social security or as in Schutzstaffel? Not a trick question, I really want to know.

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  • spinwizard
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:53am

    A requst for “People who pray”, that’s all.

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    • freeus
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 10:08am

      Thank you Gov. Fallins. We need more days of prayer and fasting.

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  • SlimnRanger
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:52am

    @Midwestmom, yes as an Okie i will pray for Kansas to recieve rain and the heat wave broken,I have been praying for Texas,and all of you that will join in us prayer we thank you ,God bless you,This entire nation needs to be called to prayer,and if the no belivers want to sue,then let them the God i serve is greater than any powers of darkness,He is a mighty God and worthy to be praised.

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    • Guardog44
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 12:28pm

      Amen

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    • Elaine P
      Posted on July 19, 2011 at 7:21pm

      Amen and Amen. People who mock GOD are to be pitied. We are all going to stand before JESUS and every foolish thing we have ever said and done is going to be played back to us at the Great White Throne Judgment.At that time, no one will be laughing or mocking, but there will be a lot of crying and pleading, but it will be “too late”. What a sad sad day it will be for multitudes who if only they had just read their Bible, Prayed and Accepted JESUS FREE Gift, they would be in Heaven for ETERNITY, instead of Hell for ETERNITY. ETERNITY is Endless. Even before I became a believer, I would have never ever mocked GOD. JESUS is coming soon people; the signs of his coming are everywhere.The only ones who do not know this are the ones who do not know the Prophecy Books of GOD’s Holy Bible. I have studied Prophecy for many years now and have watched as Prophecy after Prophecy unfolds. I believe deep within every person’s heart there is a longing for something and that something was put there by GOD. Some are wise enough to find what that something is; Others never do, but die believing that this is it, that once they are placed in that cold dark hole, that is it. There is no truth in that. Don’t get caught this way. At least read the Bible, if you don’t understand it, talk it out with someone who does. Read commentaries. Read “Foxes Book Of Martyers”. Find out what horrible deaths JESUS 12 Deciples experienced because they refused to deny JESUS.

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  • moriarty70
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:51am

    Go ahead and pray all you want, but don’t forget to do the practical stuff. Make sure the cooling centers are open, check on the elderly, monitor that the power stations aren’t overwhelmed, causing massive blackouts due to so many running their AC.

    Hope, pray, wish, do whatever makes you feel good, but never forget the real actions that get real results.

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    • MidWestMom
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:26am

      We are doing all those “practical” things…..as a family & as a community but thank you for posting a general reminder. As far as “real actions that get real results” – we believe prayer is & does.

      Apparently mocking those who pray is one of those things that makes YOU feel good.

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    • moriarty70
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 12:06pm

      It wasn’t meant to mock. My concern is that I’ve crossed paths with people in my life who would rely ONLY on prayer. Look at the stories of people who refuse medical treatment, proven treatments, and instead focus on praying their illness away.

      If I phrased it harshly it was not intentional. At the same time, I believe the reaction is more “Good for you” than last year when a rain native rain dances were used.

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  • Liberal_Atheist_Critical_Thinker
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:48am

    To the people who are ridiculing me about my comment, you didn’t explain …

    Why would your god make the temperature cooler for relatively well-off Americans when there are other things for it to attend to, such as poor starving children? Why do I have to do anything about it if you can pray to god to solve these problems? You are showing your irrational side.

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    • William
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:56am

      Ok critical thinker…..It’s all about faith. No where in the Bible does it say that if you belive and trust in god your life will be blessed and you will have no problems all the days of your life. You still have stupid people having more kids then they can afford. There are stilll going to be stupid baby mama’s out there. Lazy people still wont go to college to better themselves they will still look for government cheese. Maybe you should read the Bible and see that it is a book full of good information on how to live your life. I suggest you start with the book of Proverbs

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    • LOOKING_BOTH_WAYS
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:08am

      you just showed your .. Oxymoron side ….

      if Gods is not going to help Starving Children then it’s up to you to organize other people like your self .to help feed them…. so how are you doing this

      I’m still waiting ……………………………………………………………………………

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    • LOOKING_BOTH_WAYS
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:11am

      you just said that you do believe in God lol yup why should you help when it;s up to God lol

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    • Liberal_Atheist_Critical_Thinker
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:14am

      If your god is real and it loves people, but it doesn‘t help feed starving babies it’s an a**hole.

      Plain and simple for you simpletons.

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    • Carol Ingian
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:50am

      To Liberal Atheist,
      Just something to ponder, where you say you are a critical thinker. You doubt the reality of God. Then how did creation happen? The first molecule or atom had to have been created by something, right? I believe as a Christian that God did create everything. Prayer can work miracles, I have seen it.

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    • Gonzo
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:54am

      Liberal_Atheist_Critical_Thinker
      “If your god is real and it loves people, but it doesn‘t help feed starving babies ”
      God’s creation was perfect (no starving babies). It was man’s sin that brought on things like starving babies. It will be perfect again, you’ll see that but, if you keep on like you’re going, you won’t be part of it. What’s your first name? I would like to start praying for you. Humor this simpleton please.

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    • Liberal_Atheist_Critical_Thinker
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:56am

      Carol Ingian said -

      “To Liberal Atheist,
      Just something to ponder, where you say you are a critical thinker. You doubt the reality of God. Then how did creation happen? ”

      I don’t know.

      Now, does that mean a god exists, and specifically your god?

      No it doesn’t.

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    • Carol Ingian
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 10:42am

      Liberal Atheist,
      I wanted to reply to you about your answer, that you don’t know how creation happened. None of us know the exact specifics. If you can just imagine a small particle , floating in vast space… How did it get there? I’m not asking for you to answer, just something to think about.
      And in response to “does that mean a god exists, specifically your god?” . I have no doubt God exists. But specifically “my god”? I am not so arrogant as to think I have my own. God is yours, too.
      I know a few atheists , very few. But they became that way after terrible tradgedy. The hurt consumed them, and they had to blame someone. So they blamed God.
      I think we are tested in this life. Will we remain faithful? It is something each person must answer for themselves.

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    • The Voice of Libertarian Reason
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 11:47am

      Why do you care?

      These people are living their life, and they are asking their god to help them though a tough situation.

      I am not a person of faith, I think people of faith need to do less praying and more doing; however I admire those of faith for having the ability to believe in something (someone) that can not be proven to exist.

      So if you are so “Liberal” why do you care what other people are doing? Many years ago liberal and tolerant were interchangable. It doesn’t appear to be that way anymore. Now liberals (Michelle Obummer) tells you cheese burgers are bad for you so they should be illegal. Is prayer going to be the next thing Liberals try to make illegal?

      To quote one of your own (a Liberal) “If you don’t like my fire, then don’t come around…”

      Live and let live!

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    • bigfatslob
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 1:11pm

      Fellow blogger, I was banded by Huffpo for being far more repestful than you ! I hope that sinks in to you and your ilk, truly as to which side your liberty originates from. (I’ve alreadt prayed for rain by those stricken)

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    • Islesfordian
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 3:36pm

      Liberal atheist,
      We believe that God gives us what we need, not always what we want. But we also believe that he sometimes gives us what we ask for whether we truly need it or not. We also know that many times we think we need what we only want. But in praying we also learn to accept the answer. So, we may pray for something we don’t need because we are afraid and think we need it. Praying for it readies us to accept to gratefully if it comes or to accept it courageously if it doesn’t, because either way we are trusting in God, which is the far more important thing.

      You see, we all are going to die anyway, so why should we waste time worrying?

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    • scarebear83
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 3:56pm

      God makes the sun rise on the good and the evil, He sends the rain on the just and the unjust (Matthew 5:45). He doesn’t make these things happen to people but He uses these situations that people may turn to Him. He didn‘t miraculously change Pharaoh’s heart but God knew that through the events that happened Pharaoh would harden his own heart. He still had the choice to turn to God or not. Now when it comes to today we all still have the choice to turn to God and obey what He has commanded us. That means some will do good and help feed starving children and others will not. Some will be a good Christian example and others will not and they will be judged for that. As long as we are here on this earth we all have the opportunity to do good and to help others… but along with it comes the free will, people have the choice to help or not. God requires that we love our neighbors and in doing so the rest follows after (like helping them in time of need). By demanding the government do it is basically saying “I care enough for someone else to do it” instead of rolling up your sleeves and showing your neighbor that YOU care for them.

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    • William
      Posted on July 19, 2011 at 7:59am

      Why would you think god would cool it off for well off people? I think you may have some deep inside hate for wealthy people. My comments were right god dose what he wants we can only ask for his blessings. If you live in a desert it will be hot and you may starve. Not beacuse he dosen’t love you but because you live in a desert. If your parents don’t work then there is no food. Like I said read the Bible and stop with all the blasphemy. If you want to think your are going to be a pile of worm dirt and you have no soul to save why be good? We raise our kids to follow the teachings of the Bible we pray that they will stay on the path but that does not mean they will. We have choices and I am sad that you made the choice to go to hell. I can only hope something happens in you life that will help you see the light.

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  • ricrhino
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:42am

    Great keep up the good work. It is GOD’S land

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    • TelepromoterNChief
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:51am

      I’m not sure about that part, I’ve been to Oklahoma. I felt I saw enough. Cold, windy and brown. Now, I‘m thinking it’s hot, windy and still brown.

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    • AzDebi
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:52am

      Oh for crying out loud! Why is this even reported on the news? …Because a few people “tweet” or post on Facebook?

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  • TelepromoterNChief
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:33am

    Careful there Oklahoma.

    Obama may show up thinking you were talking to him.

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    • MidWestMom
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:35am

      Scary, but funny!

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    • ScottyK7
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:57am

      Actually, we’re quite proud that Obama has never set foot in Oklahoma.

      In 2004 and 2008, All 77 of our counties voted Republician.

      We also have the best homeschool laws in the nation.

      So while the national media laughs that poor ol backwards Oklahoma is suffering through a heat wave, we’ll quietly take care of our own. No need for assistance from the feds, we’ve got it covered, thank you.

      Proud Okie since 2001.

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    • TumbleBumble
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 2:45pm

      SCOTTYK7 ~

      Sounds like paradise. I live in backwards Illinois and would really rather live in any one of 45 other states in the union; Oklahoma would be in the top 5.

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  • hightide
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:33am

    Father, we know that you control the weather, the climate and our lives. We ask you to give relief from the heat to the people in Oklahoma and to turn lives away from sin and to your love and mercy. But not our will, but yours be done. In Jesus name we pray, amen.

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    • ShamanWorld
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:46am

      It’s silly that you have to pray with typing. Global warming is real and so is government sponsored population control. Most of you peeps will fry(from the sun)before you recognize this fact I guess. Praying instead of taking steps to help solve this problem is useless IMO.(And I pray a lot.) Also do some research on the last 3 ingredients in your favorite chewing gum.(They cause tumors and are carcinogenic like cigarettes). Killing us softly…

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    • vennoye
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 10:57am

      ShamanWorld
      I am not trying to be sarcastic–but, how can you believe in man’s causing Global Warming and say you pray a lot? Do you not believe that the world was created self sustaining and that GOD can and does change things to fulfill his purpose? I agree that the world is warming, but it certainly is NOT man’s CO2 emissions! Wouldn’t worry about population control……think they see a solution for that one!! LOL!

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  • cntrlfrk
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:32am

    What is she thinking???

    Doesn’t she know that only higher taxes will save us from “The Warming”?

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    • TelepromoterNChief
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:36am

      It’s true.
      The actual movement of cash flow in the direction of the government has been proven to generate a flow of air that will actually. . .

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  • Liberal_Atheist_Critical_Thinker
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:32am

    That’s great – pray for cooler weather while poor children starve all over the world. Which one will this god attend to?

    Stay tuned …

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    • hightide
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:43am

      Feeding the poor is something you can do. When is the last time you gave a cup of cold water to someone?

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    • SlimnRanger
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:44am

      @Liberal_Atheist,how about you help feeding all the poor starving kids in the world,and keep your comments about us Okies to yourself,We pray here in Oklahoma and if you have a problem with that,then sucks to be you on judgement day,As God is my witness every knee shall bow and every tounge confess that Jesus Christ Is Lord and that includes you.

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    • CWAYBABY
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:45am

      He can deal with all of them at the same time. And yours?

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    • MidWestMom
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:45am

      We can’t help feed those starving children if the breadbasket dries up…..
      And how dare you presume we are not praying for children around the world? Oh wait, I know. Your arrogance demands that you do.

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    • LOOKING_BOTH_WAYS
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:46am

      name me one .. Atheist group that is organizing to help feed poor children of the world ..

      I’m waiting ……………………………………………………………….

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    • Liberal_Atheist_Critical_Thinker
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:53am

      If your god is real why should I have to help poor people. Why don’t you just pray the problem away like the heat wave. Are you aware of the idiocy of what you are telling me, in light of your faith?

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    • LOOKING_BOTH_WAYS
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:03am

      If God isn’t real ( to you ) then it’s all the more reason for you to help poor Children since God is not going to do it… so name me one ““ Atheist Group”” that is organizing to help feed poor people

      I’m still waiting ……………………………………………………

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    • Liberal_Atheist_Critical_Thinker
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:09am

      Why do you consider it a requirement for atheist groups to help poor children? It should be up to the government of the country in which they live.

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    • LOOKING_BOTH_WAYS
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:51am

      Typical Liberal ..let the Gov’t handle it .. well fluffy, it’s well known that Americans are the most Charitable people on Earth ( although your not ) you use Staving Children to make your point, and then show how you could give a rats @ss about Staving kids, and i bet you feel good about yourself.
      Chistians take action threw there Faith in God, and when times of struggle they pray< what do Atheist do . Bit@ch ?? No really what do they do other then use Starving Kids to make a point ?

      If nothing then you truly are a Parasite ……… I'm waiting oxy_moron

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    • Liberal_Atheist_Critical_Thinker
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 10:01am

      What are you waiting on?

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    • Catcher-of-Men
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 10:06am

      Liberal, Events or acts that can be accomplished by man should be by man. If one were to pray for starving children it should be for the means to do so and where it’s most needed. Notice even the “godless” know it’s right to have charity and mercy it doesn’t matter if you believe in God, He is still written in you from creation. A heat wave on the other hand is an event that no man can alter. It requires the hand of God and man having faith that He will intercede. There is no staying tuned to see what God will chose to do. There is only the recognition of what we can and cannot do then acting upon what we can do and praying for what we can’t.

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    • Liberal_Atheist_Critical_Thinker
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 10:13am

      Catcher,

      Where did you come up with that line of b*llsh*t? Did you make it up? Give me a break, that’s pure rationalization on your part, there’s no evidence to back up what you have said.

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    • Catcher-of-Men
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 11:09am

      Pure rationalization, I like that. Yes, you are correct that is the explanation of my point. I do not understand what evidence is required. If you have ever put food up to someone’s mouth or have paid for another persons meal, there is your evidence that one person can, on their own, feed another. A heat wave, “In the summer in warm climates, an area of high pressure with little or no rain or clouds, the air and ground easily heats to excess. A static high pressure area can impose a very persistent heat wave. The position of the jet stream allows air on one side to be considerably warmer than the other side. Heat waves are far more common and more severe on the warm side and at times an unusual position of the jet stream places unusual warmth in an unusual place for hot weather, and imposes a heat wave.” Now, unless you, or any other man or woman, has the power to reposition the jet stream or whip up a low pressure system then there is your evidence that man cannot change the weather. So again, what evidence are you asking for? Now that we are enlightened to the facts that a person can feed another and no man or woman can alter weather patterns we have only two options. Sit and wait for it to go away, but not before loosing peoples lives, crops, livestock & fighting wildfires or we can pray for God to help. Finally to answer all of your questions that I can, #1 – I came up with that through basic intellect. #2 – Yes, it was made up by my mind and typed by my hands.

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    • Jack of Hearts
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 11:27am

      @Looking both ways. Tried to post this before so I’ll do the short version. Some well known “atheist” or secular charities – Unicef, Oxfam, Red Cross, Medecines Sans Frontieres. I also mentioned Bob Geldof but the Blaze deleted my comments so I wouldn’t dare post that again. Sorry Bob.

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    • Bennie Franklin
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 12:11pm

      Ummm…I believe it is the weather that creates famine and drought. Fix one and the other takes care of itself…unless there is a government that subsidizes farmers not to grow food. So, if God fixes the drought, then it is a good assumption that produce will get better and more food can be grown. Atheist…you are…critical thinker, I think not.

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    • Guardog44
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 12:50pm

      Father God Creator of Heaven and Earth Lord of Lords King of Kings bring rain to the state of Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas and where it is needed. You know in our Nation where it is needed. We thank you and Honor your mighty power to control your Creation Father God all Glory and Honor are yours. Lord God find Liberal Atheist Critical Thinker and show her your mighty power with Love and Grace.

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    • cosette
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:54pm

      @ Jack of hearts- Atheist, definition; A person who denies the existence of a supreme being. Secular, definition; Not pertaining to religion. The two are not synonymous. Now, name one ATHEIST (not to be “confused” with secular) charitable organization.

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    • cosette
      Posted on July 19, 2011 at 10:22am

      @ Jack of hearts Checking in again this morning, I cannot find your reply to either of my questions. I’m not surprised.

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  • justice
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:31am

    About time Finally someone has finally said it and stood up for the Word Prayer.. Thank you Govenor.

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  • Cocheta
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:31am

    We sure could use the rain and some cooler temperatures. My wildlife food plots are all but dead and one match would spell disaster. It‘s nothing new to this area so we don’t need bought-and-paid-for climatologists screaming any of their Chicken Little schticks.

    Fallin is on the right track and she should stick to it. Having witnessed undeniable miracles in my life, praying for a break in the heat wave might just work.

    http://www.vince4potus.org/ – An Alternative to Destructive Professional Politicians

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  • LOOKING_BOTH_WAYS
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:28am

    Great now people are Praying for cooler weather

    Al Gore is rubbing his hands and smiling today

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  • MaggieRose
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:26am

    Good for her! Not too many years ago, this call for prayer would have come from the White House (ie: Pray for Apollo 13, pray for 9/11 first responders, etc). I too will be joining with OK’s prayers for a break in the heat wave. Stay safe, everyone!

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    • Liberal_Atheist_Critical_Thinker
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:08am

      If the heat wave breaks does that mean God did it? How will you know if it was god or just a natural weather change?

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    • guntotinsquaw
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 7:43pm

      Liberal….The Creator of all things is everywhere…the wind that whispers, the frogs arguing around the pond, the corn that grows,the laughter of a child, the sun that smiles upon us with it’s warmth, he gives these blessings..do not take them for granted… when the Creator of all things has decided, it will rain…until then we will sing our prayers…and yes I know it is the Creator of all things, as I hear this year the buffalo return to the people. I know you do not understand these things as we do not understand you. Blessings to the four winds.

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  • Secessionista
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:22am

    I support any politician who ASKS their citizens to pray. Well done, Ohlahoma!

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    • rabblechat
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:34am

      What if it was a muslim Politician?

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    • 2ndAmdmt
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 9:34am

      @ Rabblechat Under sharia law, we wouldn’t be asked, we would be told.

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  • ConservativeChristianB1954
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:20am

    Pray?? WHAAAAAAAAAT??? GASP!!!!! NO NOT THAT!!!

    THIS IS HORRIBLE!! TERRIBLE, UN AMERICAN! Arrest him, hang him up by his thumbs. He is a menace to society!!!

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  • TRONINTHEMORNING
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:20am

    Two or more in HIs name…We in Colorado are with ya in Oklahoma!

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  • jedi.kep
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:18am

    A human being in public office called for prayer! OMG! Quick! Make a controversy of it!

    I agree. Get over it.

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    • CWAYBABY
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:42am

      And for those who don’t believe in Arks, help us out by calling for your god to help us out. Why not voice your opinion to God himself rather than offending those who love him. Perhaps your god can bring rain. Baal couldn’t and honestly, your can’t either. Why are you so threatened? Is it because he does who he says and what his people honestly ask for.

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  • StevenL1955
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:17am

    Good for her, and lets join her in praying for Oka.

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    • kentuckypatriot
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:29am

      God the Father, please help our neighbors in Oklahoma during their time of need. Please bless them with rain, and relief from their drought, so they may save their crops, livestock, and sanity.

      Amen.

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    • MidWestMom
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:34am

      Can we add Kansas to that prayer list? Its just as bad here – maybe worse. And projected weather forecast shows no improvement in sight. Temps 100 degrees and over…..heat index of 108-112 degrees. Little to no rain. Getting pretty grim around here.

      Thank you to all who are praying for us “fly-over” states….we need all the prayers we can get.

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    • Liberal_Atheist_Critical_Thinker
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:50am

      Why just pray for Oklahoma? Why not just do it for America all at once? LOL. Silliness abounds.

      Liberal_Atheist_Critical_Thinker  
  • grandmaof5
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:16am

    We have been fortunate in FL to have rain these last couple of weeks. We will also help with our prayers and hope for the best.

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  • brooksjk
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:15am

    God bless Mary Fallin!

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  • RIGHTHOOK
    Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:09am

    Gov Mary Fallins just opened herself up for a barrage of criticism. Too bad b/c she may actually have the necessary formula to get results!

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    • TelepromoterNChief
      Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:35am

      Weeping, wailing and knashing of teeth.. . it just isn’t a good day to be an atheist in Oklahoma.

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