There are many lists produced annually, ranking states in merit order for a variety of topics.
When it comes to the good ones, Oklahomans don't start at the top of the list looking for our state, because the top of the lists are not the places you will find us. No, we are hardy souls, well-versed in lists and we therefore work from the bottom up, and rarely have to look very far!
Just for a change, we are going to be first. FIRST I tell ya. We are poised to become the first state, indeed the first in the world and presumably the Universe at large. A cause for much rejoicing?
Well yes, if capital punishment is your thing and those commie Europeans have refused to sell you drugs.
Awaiting the signature of Governor Mary Failing (R - What Else), is House Bill HB 1879
This particularly odious (even for Oklahoma) piece of legislation authorizes execution by use of Nitrogen Gas.
Of all the bills, in all the world, that are needed to help Oklahoma, this one will not be top of any list.
Shame on you!