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Optometrist Jon E. Painter announced today that he will be a candidate for the House District 91 seat. A lifelong conservative Republican, Painter will seek his party’s nomination in 2014. Incumbent Mike Reynolds will leave the legislature due to term limits next year.
Painter, a lifelong resident of Moore and south Oklahoma City, said he understands what it takes to be an effective leader in the state legislature. “My background in small business coupled with many years of church and community involvement gives me the necessary experience and political skills to be an effective conservative voice for the people of House District 91. I bring to the table a career of service, and a reputation of trust and results. In my eye care business and as a school board member, I believe I understand how to relate to people and to address problems that matter to them. I shoot straight and am accountable to those that put their trust and faith in me,” Painter said.
“I have only one objective in seeking this office and that is to be a citizen legislator who will represent the people of District 91 with honesty and integrity. I have always tried to make a positive difference in every area of involvement in my life.” Painter said. “My votes will be cast based on what is best for the people of my district and not based on political influence or pressure from powerful special interests,” he added
“I want to be a part of the Republican majority in the House and help continue to rightsize state government, promote economic development, create more jobs, lower the tax burden on our citizens, and support and strengthen our local schools. I am 100% pro-life and a strong advocate of Second Amendment rights,” Painter said.
Painter has owned and operated his eye care practice for the past 20 years. He has been active in numerous community activities over the years including serving on the board of the Moore Free Medical Clinic and volunteering for Infancy See. He is a member of both the Moore and South Oklahoma City Chambers of Commerce. He has been a member of the Oklahoma Optometric Association for 25 years. Painter is a Life Member of the NRA.
