Rep. Justin Humphrey, R-Lane, sent a letter to University of Oklahoma Athletic Director Joe Castiglione asking for a response regarding reports he used his position to compel OU student athletes to participate in a unity march.
In the letter he wrote: “…I have received reports that you have used your influence and office to compel all OU student athletes to participate in a ‘unity march.’ Moreover, it is my understanding this march was to support activist organizations like Black Lives Matters (BLM) and other so-called social justice groups. Also, there are concerns about embroidered patches promoting BLM and/or other radical organizations on athletic uniforms…”
“..,I would ask you to answer if you have used state and federal resources in the forms of programs, equipment, and apparel to advocate, benefit and advertise for these socialist political organizations…”
The letter requested a response within two weeks.
Humphrey also responded to House Democrats who are calling for what they say are responsible public-safety measures by introducing a proposal labeled the Stand Against Violence and Extremism (SAVE) Act.
The SAVE Act would repeal existing laws deregulating gun use in Oklahoma and would institute other measures aimed at stopping gun violence.
Humphrey said, “The SAVE Act would profoundly abandon our existing constitutional rights and strives to repeal anti-red flag laws, permits and concealed carry in public places. Not only do Democrats desire to repeal your rights, but they are on a mission to adopt red flag laws, increase your waiting period for purchasing a firearm and increase the minimum age to purchases a firearm”