Lobbyist says death threats partly responsible for pro-turnpike expansion movement in OK

The Oklahoman By Steve Lackmeyer February 2, 2023

A transportation lobbyist is organizing a campaign to support the $5 billion ACCESS Oklahoma toll road expansion plan and says the move is partly in response to death threats against state turnpike officials.

Bobby Stem, director of the Association of Oklahoma General Contractors, is leading the campaign, which he says is in response to what he sees as an effort by Norman-area homeowners to take down the entire turnpike network.

“We realized that the only voice being heard was the voice of the opposition,” Stem said. “What was particularly concerning was the amount of hatred and personal attacks being waged on individuals. The Norman protesters were no longer concerned about what was happening in their neighborhood. They are trying to paint the entire system with one broad brush.” View the full article: Oklahoman.com