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    Richard Morrissette

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    Richard Morrissette
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    Prior offices
    New Hampshire House of Representatives
    Oklahoma House of Representatives District 92

    Education

    Bachelor's

    University of New Hampshire

    Law

    University of Tulsa

    Personal
    Profession
    Attorney
    Contact

    Personal website

    Richard Morrissette is a former Democratic member and assistant minority leader of the Oklahoma House of Representatives, representing District 92 from 2004 to 2016. He also served in the New Hampshire House of Representatives from 1975 to 1981.[1][2]

    Morrissette could not seek re-election to the Oklahoma House of Representatives in 2016 due to term limits. He announced his candidacy for the 2016 Oklahoma Corporation Commission election in February 2016 but withdrew from the race in June 2016.[3][4] In 2017, Morrissette ran for the Ward 4 seat on the Oklahoma City Council. He advanced to the general election on April 4, 2017, but was defeated by Todd Stone.[5]

    Biography[edit]

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    Morrissette earned a B.A. in economics and political science from the University of New Hampshire and a J.D. from the University of Tulsa College of Law.[6]

    As of his 2017 run for city council, Morrissette was the principal attorney at his own Oklahoma City law office, the Morrissette Law Firm. His professional experience also includes work in legal aid for the Western Oklahoma public defender's office and as a staffer in the Oklahoma State Senate.[6][7][8]

    Elections[edit]

    2017[edit]

    See also: Municipal elections in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (2017)

    The city of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, held a primary election for city council on February 14, 2017. A general election was scheduled for April 4, 2017. The filing deadline for candidates who wished to run in this election was December 7, 2016.

    The city council seats in Wards 1, 3, 4, and 7 were up for election in the February primary. Incumbents ran for re-election in every ward except for Ward 4. Ward 4 incumbent Pete White announced his intention to retire from the council in November 2016.[9][10] Todd Stone defeated Richard Morrissette in the general election for the Ward 4 seat on the Oklahoma City Council.[11]

    Oklahoma City Council, Ward 4 General Election, 2017
    Candidate Vote % Votes
    Green check mark transparent.png Todd Stone 58.12% 1,907
    Richard Morrissette 41.88% 1,374
    Total Votes 3,281
    Source: Oklahoma State Election Board, "Official Results," accessed May 1, 2017

    Richard Morrissette and Todd Stone defeated Doris Mangiaracina Benbrook and Walter Kula in the primary election for the Ward 4 seat on the Oklahoma City Council.[11]

    Oklahoma City Council, Ward 4 Primary Election, 2017
    Candidate Vote % Votes
    Green check mark transparent.png Richard Morrissette 48.04% 856
    Green check mark transparent.png Todd Stone 33.28% 593
    Doris Mangiaracina Benbrook 9.54% 170
    Walter Kula 9.15% 163
    Total Votes 1,782
    Source: Oklahoma State Election Board, "Official Results," accessed March 4, 2017



    Campaign themes[edit]

    2017[edit]

    In a press release announcing his 2017 candidacy for city council, Morrissette said:[25]

    “

    The City Council has many public policy issues to address in the weeks and months ahead and I want to be part of that process... [Those issues include] adequate police protection in our neighborhoods, ensuring that the Oklahoma City metro area has ample water supplies to accommodate the population growth, and improving the economic possibilities of south Oklahoma City... [Street repairs] are vital to the citizens of Ward 4... The next few years will be critical to the development of Capitol Hill and other areas of south Oklahoma City [because of the city's capital improvement effort, the Metropolitan Area Projects (MAPS) program]. In addition, we need to work together as a community to better the lives of all the citizens in Ward 4.[26]

    		”

    According to the press release, Morrissette also favored construction of an intermodal transportation depot at the intersection of interstate highways I-35 and I-44.[25]

    Morrissette's 2017 campaign website listed the following priorities:[27]

    “

    1. Economic Growth

    Promote an economic environment that enhances job growth, new enterprise and business expansion, especially in industries with high paying jobs.

    2. Public Safety and Infrastructure

    Ensure that we perform the fundamental tasks of City government well. These include public safety and infrastructure.

    3. Government Efficiency

    Ensure city government operates efficiently and provides excellent service for our citizens.

    4. One OKC

    Ensure that citizens of Ward 4 receive fair consideration in terms of municipal investment and services.

    5. Education

    Promote continued partnership and investment with OKC Public Schools, higher education and career technology programs to ensure opportunity for all.

    6. Quality of Life

    Promote parks, recreation, arts and culture throughout OKC to increase quality of life, making the city an even more attractive place to live, work and raise a family.

    7. Vision for the Future

    Support the process of, and commitment to, long term, transformational planning, such as the MAPS programs, which have so benefited the city in recent decades.[26]

    		”

    2016[edit]

    See also: Oklahoma Corporation Commission election, 2016

    In February 2016, Morrissette (D) announced his intention to challenge Dana Murphy (R), the vice chair of the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, in the 2016 election.[3] In April 2016, he said:

    “ I am running against an establishment commissioner and her elitist system to address the lack of transparency and decision-making that excludes the average Oklahoman from the process. Earthquakes, utility rate increases, and water quality are the main focus of my campaign as these are growing concerns that affect the quality of life for all Oklahomans. A lack of stewardship has led to severe water quality issues, man made earthquakes and increasing utility rates to threaten the health, safety and prosperity of our citizens. It's imperative that we have a consumer protection advocate on the Oklahoma Corporation Commission who will be fair to anyone and everyone that appears before it.[28][26] ”

    Morrissette withdrew from the race on June 23, 2016, following the death of his father. Murphy ran unopposed in the general election.[29]

    Campaign donors[edit]

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    Richard Morrissette campaign contribution history
    Year Office Result Contributions
    2014 Oklahoma House of Representatives, District 92 Won $190,132
    2012 Oklahoma House of Representatives, District 92 Won $137,871
    2010 Oklahoma House of Representatives, District 92 Won $80,382
    2008 Oklahoma House of Representatives, District 92 Won $95,025
    2006 Oklahoma House of Representatives, District 92 Won $110,993
    2004 Oklahoma House of Representatives, District 92 Won $105,636
    Grand total raised $720,039
    Source: [[30] Follow the Money]

    2014[edit]

    Morrissette won re-election to the Oklahoma House of Representatives in 2014. During that election cycle, Morrissette raised a total of $190,132.

    2012[edit]

    Richard Morrissette won re-election to the Oklahoma House of Representatives in 2012. During that election cycle, Richard Morrissette raised a total of $137,871.

    2010[edit]

    Richard Morrissette won re-election to the Oklahoma House of Representatives in 2010. During that election cycle, Richard Morrissette raised a total of $80,382.

    2008[edit]

    Richard Morrissette won re-election to the Oklahoma House of Representatives in 2008. During that election cycle, Richard Morrissette raised a total of $95,025.

    2006[edit]

    Richard Morrissette won re-election to the Oklahoma House of Representatives in 2006. During that election cycle, Richard Morrissette raised a total of $110,993.

    2004[edit]

    Richard Morrissette won election to the Oklahoma House of Representatives in 2004. During that election cycle, Richard Morrissette raised a total of $105,636.

    Committee assignments[edit]

    2015 legislative session[edit]

    At the beginning of the 2015 legislative session, Morrissette served on the following committees:

    2013-2014[edit]

    In the 2013-2014 legislative session, Morrissette served on the following committees:

    2011-2012[edit]

    In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Morrissette served on the following committees:

    2009-2010[edit]

    In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Morrissette served on the following committees:

    [edit]

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    Scorecards[edit]

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    2016

    In 2016, the 55th Oklahoma State Legislature, second session, was in session from February 1 through May 27.

    Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to growth and development of the Oklahoma City region.
    Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to business issues.
    Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental issues.
    Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.
    Legislators were scored based on their voting record on ten bills.


    2015


    2014


    2013


    2012


    2011

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    Footnotes[edit]

    1. ↑ Facebook, "Richard Morrissette," accessed January 6, 2017
    2. ↑ State Legislatures, "The Urge to Serve," July/August 2007
    3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 KFOR, "State Rep. Richard Morrissette Formally Announces Candidacy for Oklahoma Corporation Commission," February 26, 2016
    4. ↑ KFOR, "Rep. Morrissette Withdraws from Oklahoma Corporation Commission Race," June 22, 2016
    5. ↑ Oklahoma State Election Board, "Unofficial Results," accessed April 4, 2017
    6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 Morrissette Law Firm, "About Richard D. Morrissette," accessed January 6, 2017
    7. ↑ LinkedIn, "Rep. Richard Morrissette," accessed January 6, 2017
    8. ↑ Oklahoma State Legislature, "Richard Daniel Morrissette," accessed January 6, 2017
    9. ↑ City of Oklahoma City, "Upcoming Elections," accessed December 21, 2016
    10. ↑ NewsOK, "Ward 4 Oklahoma City Councilman Pete White to Retire," November 25, 2016
    11. ↑ 11.0 11.1 The City of Oklahoma City, "2017 Council Elections," accessed January 26, 2017
    12. ↑ Oklahoma State Election Board, "Candidates for State Elective Officials 2014," accessed April 15, 2014
    13. ↑ Oklahoma State Election Board, "Official Results Statewide Primary Election — June 24, 2014," accessed July 10, 2014
    14. ↑ Oklahoma State Election Board, "Official General Election Results, Federal, State, Legislative and Judicial Races — November 4, 2014," accessed November 5, 2014
    15. ↑ Oklahoma State Election Board, "Candidates for State Elective Office 2012," April 13, 2012
    16. ↑ Oklahoma State Election Board, "Official Primary Election Results— June 26, 2012," July 6, 2012
    17. ↑ Oklahoma State Election Board, "Runoff Primary Election Results— August 28, 2012," accessed May 25, 2014
    18. ↑ Oklahoma State Election Board, "General Election Results— November 6, 2012," accessed May 25, 2014
    19. ↑ Oklahoma State Election Board, "Oklahoma Candidates for State Elective Office 2010," accessed May 25, 2014
    20. ↑ Oklahoma State Election Board, "Summary Results Primary Election — July 27, 2010," accessed May 25, 2014
    21. ↑ Oklahoma State Election Board, "Summary Results Runoff Primary Election — August 24, 2010," accessed May 25, 2014
    22. ↑ Oklahoma State Election Board, "Summary Results General Election — November 2, 2010," accessed May 25, 2014
    23. ↑ Oklahoma State Election Board, "Unopposed Candidates Elected- 2008 General Election," accessed May 25, 2014
    24. ↑ Follow the Money, "2008 campaign contributions," accessed May 26, 2014
    25. ↑ 25.0 25.1 Facebook, "Richard Morrissette on November 30, 2016
    26. ↑ 26.0 26.1 26.2 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
    27. ↑ Richard Morrissette for OKC Council, "Issues," accessed February 10, 2017
    28. ↑ The Norman Transcript, " Rep. Richard Morrissette announces candidacy for Corporation Commission," April 14, 2016
    29. ↑ The Oklahoman, "Democratic Opponent Bows Out of Oklahoma Corporation Commission Race," June 22, 2016
    30. ↑ followthemoney.org, "Morrissette, Richard," accessed July 24, 2013
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