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politics1 year ago

"White Nationalist Ties Lead to Recall Election Loss for Enid City Commissioner"

Voters in Enid, Oklahoma, have ousted city council member Judd Blevins, who has ties to white nationalist groups, in favor of fellow Republican candidate Cheryl Patterson. Blevins, who denied being a white supremacist, lost by a 20-point margin after being linked to white nationalist activities. His opponent campaigned on restoring the city's reputation, while Blevins faced criticism for his extremist ties. The election results have yet to be certified.

politics1 year ago

"Oklahoma City Council Member Ousted Over White Nationalist Ties"

Voters in Enid, Oklahoma, have successfully recalled City Council member Judd Blevins, who has ties to white nationalism, and elected Cheryl Patterson to fill the seat. Blevins, an Iraq War veteran, admitted to participating in the Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville and being connected to the now-defunct white supremacist group Identity Evropa. The recall effort was led by two local Democrats, and Blevins expressed gratitude to his supporters while criticizing the media and establishment for his removal from office.

politics1 year ago

"Enid, Oklahoma, Removes City Official with White Nationalist Ties in Recall Election"

Voters in Enid, Oklahoma, ousted City Council member Judd Blevins over his ties to white nationalist groups, with Cheryl Patterson, a former teacher and Republican, replacing him. Blevins denied being a white supremacist but faced the recall vote after his involvement with white nationalist groups was revealed. The election results showed a rejection of white nationalism in Enid, with Patterson emphasizing a return to "normalcy" for the city.

politics1 year ago

Enid, Oklahoma Voters Recall City Commissioner with White Nationalist Ties

Voters in Enid, Oklahoma, have ousted city council member Judd Blevins, who has ties to white nationalism, and elected Cheryl Patterson to fill the seat. Blevins, who admitted to participating in the 2017 Unite the Right rally and having connections to a now-defunct white supremacist group, was narrowly elected last year. The recall effort was led by two Democratic residents in a county where Republicans hold a significant voter registration advantage.

politics1 year ago

"Enid, Oklahoma Voters Remove City Council Member with Controversial Ties in Recall Election"

Enid voters have successfully removed City Commissioner Judd Blevins from office in a recall election, initiated by a grassroots group due to his ties to Neo-Nazi and white supremacist groups. Blevins, who expressed gratitude to his supporters, was defeated by challenger Cheryl Patterson with a vote tally of 829 to 561. The Enid Social Justice Committee emphasized the need for inclusive representation, and community members expressed relief at the outcome, looking forward to moving past this divisive period.

politics1 year ago

"Political Fallout: Past Actions Cost Man City Council Seat"

Enid, Oklahoma city councilman Judd Blevins, who attended the 2017 "Unite the Right" rallies in Charlottesville, faced a recall election after his ties to White nationalism were revealed. Despite initial support, including an impassioned plea from the only Black commissioner on the council, Blevins was ousted in favor of a different conservative candidate, Cheryl Patterson, in a race that has deeply divided the city. Blevins has denied being a White nationalist but has made confusing statements about his past, leading to a contentious debate over forgiveness, accountability, and US history in the city of Enid.

politics1 year ago

"Recall Election Looms for Oklahoma Official with White Nationalist Ties"

Voters in Enid, Oklahoma, are set to decide whether to recall city councilmember Judd Blevins, who attended the 2017 white supremacist rally in Charlottesville and has been linked to white supremacist groups. Blevins faces accusations of embracing Nazi ideology and has been connected to planning the rally and recruiting for a disbanded white supremacist group. The recall effort comes after a failed resolution to censure Blevins, and his opponent in the recall election is Cheryl Patterson. The recall has sparked concerns about Enid's reputation and voter apathy in municipal elections.

politics1 year ago

"Oklahoma City Official's White Nationalist Ties Spark Recall Election"

In Enid, Oklahoma, a recall election is underway for city councilor Judd Blevins, who has ties to white supremacist groups and attended the 2017 Unite the Right rally. The recall effort, led by two local residents, has garnered significant support, with Blevins facing opposition from his opponent, Cheryl Patterson. Despite Blevins' acknowledgment of his past involvement with white nationalist groups, some residents are concerned about the city's reputation and are mobilizing to address the issue.