Chesapeake Energy is one of the most prominent, visible and well-respected companies in Oklahoma City. They employ thousands of Oklahomans and treat them well. They spend millions on local charities, foundations and the community. They, along with other energy companies like Devon and SandRidge, have been instrumental in improving the quality of life in Oklahoma City. They also put up a mean Christmas light display.
Of course, you already know that stuff. You know it because A) it's kind of true, and B) Chesapeake and McClendon receive ridiculously favorable and one-sided coverage by our local media. It seems like you can't pick up a copy of The Oklahoman without reading some story touting the wonders of natural gas, the safety and efficiency of fracking, or how the future will be a great place when all of our cars run on compressed natural gas. I've even heard the Journal Record is working on a special issue called "A Tribute to our Esteemed and Glorious Energy Leaders."