COMMENTARY
endurance test
(Mike Allen)

Like a bubbling fryer full of vegetable oil, things are heating up in the Republican primary runoff for Oklahoma’s gubernatorial race.

During a debate this past week hosted by Griffin Media, both of the remaining candidates traded barbs, with each boasting about their stamina and how they have what it takes to see a long campaign through to the end.

But it wasn’t all gravy for Gentner Drummond and Mike Mazzei. Both men looked rather exhausted for a Monday night, and more than a few observers walked away wishing they had different options.

As the GOP race reaches its final two weeks, let’s be real: What would make campaigning more relatable to the rest of American life? A true test of stamina would be a hotdog eating contest. Or, better yet, how about trying to consume the entire state meal?

For the next televised debate, let’s head down to Kendall’s Restaurant in Noble and plop a couple of chicken-fried steaks in front of these guys. I think we’ll know pretty quickly who has what it takes.

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  • Mike Allen is a graphic designer, painter, printer and tailor. He has a fine art degree from the University of Oklahoma.