Jason W. Murphey - Who Owns Your Elected Official?
Jason W. Murphey - Who Owns Your Elected Official?  
Podcast: Jake for the State Podcast
Published On: Mon Jan 12 2026
Description: Former Oklahoma Representative Jason Murphy, who served from 2006 to 2018, advocates for an "abstinence pledge" for legislators to refuse lobbyist money. He argues that this pledge helps lawmakers remain independent and accountable to their constituents, rather than special interests. Murphy believes that abstaining from lobbyist money leads to more principled decision-making and aligns with grassroots conservative values.   A grassroots movement in Oklahoma is gaining momentum, encouraging lawmakers to reject special interest money and prioritize their constituents' interests. This approach, which emphasizes transparency and accountability, is being adopted by a growing number of candidates, challenging the notion that money is essential for political success. By rejecting special interest money, candidates are building trust with their constituents and demonstrating their commitment to integrity and public service.   Jason Murphey discusses the importance of transparency in politics, emphasizing that voters want to know their representatives are not influenced by big money. He highlights the "People's Audit," a tool he created to rank legislators based on their votes, particularly those that increase government power and spending. Murphey believes this audit will help voters identify legislators who are not aligned with their conservative values, despite potential misleading campaign messaging.   Check out Jason's great work here: https://oklahomastatecapital.substack.com/     Big shout out to my incredible sponsors!  motushealth.com At Motus Health, we believe you were created to thrive—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually—not just get by. Our clinic is built on Dr. Maass's vision of true healthcare, which focuses on treating the root cause of issues, not just managing symptoms with medication. stevenstrucking.com Owner, Kenney Stevens, has humble roots. What started with 1 truck and a big dream, matured into something much larger. Being able to provide a great atmosphere for drivers and staff alike has been an amazing and we want to continue to grow company.   https://mcguirecap.com Michael McGuire will take a look at your assets — including everything from your bank accounts, pension, and Social Security benefits, to your estate plans, wills, taxes, insurance policies and more. His end goal is to help create financial clarity and to promote multi-generational wealth.