Hofmeister Unveils Steering Committee
Potential challenger to Barresi announces steering committee
By ANDREA EGER World Staff Writer
A likely state superintendent candidate from Tulsa announced on Tuesday a new steering committee of 20 Republican lawmakers who support her candidacy.
Joy Hofmeister, a Tulsan who was appointed to the state board of education by Gov. Mary Fallin in January 2012, resigned in April to explore a challenge to Janet Barresi’s re-election.
Hofmeister said she would be announcing her final decision about the race for state superintendent within the next two weeks. The primary election is set for June 24.
“I’ve been waiting to see if there is a desire for change, both from people who might donate or volunteer, but also from leaders within the Republican Party. With today’s announcement, I think I have my answer,” said Hofmeister.