Every now and then, I like to remind people that the energy industry runs Oklahoma. I know it's not breaking news or anything, but it's something we should all know and remember. They control our government, our economy, our higher education, and even our local media. About the only thing they don't control yet is our tribal casinos. Expect that to change once the legislature votes to allow slot machines at drill sites.
Back in 2013, the energy industry took a page out of the global warming denial playbook and called upon their friends in the media and government to help cast a bit of doubt on the true cause of Oklahoma’s earthquakes. The action gave us beautiful gems like this from the “investigative reporting” wing of News 9: