I'm Rosie, and I'm running for YOU.

Raised in rural Pennsylvania by a single mother, a devoted grandmother, and a hardworking family of nurses, veterans, and public servants, I learned early that service, integrity, and community matter.

Those values led me to become a missionary, serving in West Africa and some of America's most challenged communities, where I worked alongside local organizations helping families overcome poverty, addiction, and abuse.

Oklahoma has been my home since 1989. Drawn here by a deep sens

e of purpose, I built my life around serving the people and communities that make this state special. Along the way, I earned recognition as a Gov. George Nigh Scholar, completed a Master's degree in Counseling, and dedicated myself to addressing some of Oklahoma's toughest challenges, including homelessness, mental health, addiction, and access to healthcare.

Through service on nonprofit boards, community organizations, and local advocacy efforts, I've seen both the struggles facing Oklahoma families and the resilience that defines them. I've watched rural communities fight to survive, veterans lose access to critical services, and working families do more with less. I've also seen neighbors step up for one another time and again.

Today, I remain committed to expanding access to healthcare and mental health services, supporting working families, strengthening rural communities, advocating for veterans, and restoring trust in government. Oklahoma gave me a home, a purpose, and a community I love. I'm committed to ensuring every Oklahoma family has the opportunity to succeed and that public service once again puts people first.

Why I'm Running

District 16 deserves leadership that puts people before politics.

For too long, rural Oklahoma has struggled with limited access to quality education, mental health care, addiction treatment, transportation, and essential services for veterans and seniors. Families are working harder than ever while too many communities continue to be left behind.

I'm running because I believe government should work for the people it serves. I know what it means to roll up my sleeves, solve problems, and bring people together to strengthen our communities.

Service has been the foundation of my life—from missionary work overseas to helping protect vital resources for our local homeless shelter and serving organizations throughout Okmulgee County. I want to bring that same servant leadership to the State Capitol.

Together, we can build stronger communities, create more opportunities for our children, support working families, and ensure every resident of District 16 has a voice in Oklahoma's future.