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Rick Wolfe (Oklahoma)

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Rick Wolfe

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Elections and appointments
Last election

June 18, 2024

Personal
Birthplace
Modesto, Calif.
Religion
Christian: Nondenominational
Profession
Management
Contact

Rick Wolfe (Republican Party) ran for election to the Oklahoma State Senate to represent District 31. He lost in the Republican primary on June 18, 2024.

Wolfe completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Elections

2024

See also: Oklahoma State Senate elections, 2024

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Oklahoma State Senate District 31

Spencer Kern won election outright against Rick Wolfe and Pamala McNall-Granier in the Republican primary for Oklahoma State Senate District 31 on June 18, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
Spencer Kern Candidate Connection
 
50.6
 
3,601
Rick Wolfe Candidate Connection
 
32.3
 
2,294
Pamala McNall-Granier
 
17.1
 
1,215

Total votes: 7,110
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Endorsements

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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Candidate Connection

Rick Wolfe completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Wolfe's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Raised in rural Oklahoma, Rick Wolfe understands the meaning of a hard day’s work and the importance of Oklahoma conservative values - God, country, family, and freedom.

I'm running for the Republican Oklahoma State Senate for District 31 because it's a decision deeply rooted in my Oklahoma heritage. As a 5th generation from Oklahoma with Chickasaw citizenship in my lineage, my values and commitment to District 31 are strong. Growing up in Frederick, Oklahoma, surrounded by our rural landscape, I learned the value of hard work early on, tossing hay bales for $0.10 to stay in shape for football in highschool to juggling multiple jobs to make ends meet. These experiences instilled in me a profound respect for our farmers, ranchers, and small business owners.

My dedication to our community extends beyond my personal experiences. My first vote, cast for Reagan's second term in 1984, reflected my belief in conservative values and the American dream. Now, at 59, I'm ready to dedicate my time and energy to serving District 31 in the state senate. My mission is clear: to serve with integrity, dedication, and a firm commitment to conservative values.

I understand the challenges our district faces, especially in agriculture, an industry I've been involved with since a young age. I've had businesses ranging from car washes to BBQ franchises, employing over 100 employees in Oklahoma over the years.
Homelessness, our borders, and citizens of Oklahoma. I’m not going in with an agenda. I’m going in to serve Oklahoma to make it better so all of our kids and grandkids don’t have to leave for a better life.
My grandfather was a hard working man. He raised his 2 brothers and 2 sisters by painting houses. He never had a new car and he never complained. Every step he took he took for his family.
At my age I believe Ronald Reagan is the best President of the United States. I agree with his beliefs in that less government in our lives is better.
Tp create legislation that the legislator is proud of and relevant to Oklahoman’s
That I moved Oklahoma a few steps up the ladder.
My parents owned restaurants so washing dishes was my first. Most interesting was selling Kirby vacuum cleaners door to door, best was working in a meat packing plant, hardest was throwing hay bales at 16 for a dime each to stay in football shape, second hardest was carrying shingles up a ladder for two summers to stay in shape. Funnest was being first male cashier at a grocery store.
George Orwell 1984. I read it back in 1982 and the predictions he made about “big brother” is watching. And now to see it not only come true but surpass his predictions.
Clark Kent. Unassuming in person but able to help evwryone
Transparency so that both bodies understands what the other needs.
Homelessness, teacher pay, drugs, illegal immigrants, tech jobs
Yes. God has made each person different with different ideas. I believe there has to be give and take and the ability to find common ground between legislators and other bodies of government in order to make good solid legislation that makes sense.
I love all Boudreaux and Thibodeaux jokes. Along with Jerry Clower stories
Business, commerce, appropriations
Legislators are stewards of the citizens money. I believe they have every right to know where and how their money is spent.

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Campaign finance summary


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Rick Wolfe campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2024* Oklahoma State Senate District 31Lost primary$36,553 $31,610
Grand total$36,553 $31,610
Sources: OpenSecretsFederal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete

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