Public Education
Strengthen Our Public Schools
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Democrat for Oklahoma State Senate District 6
Patrick
Southerland
The Choice for Change
- Putting Oklahoma Families First
- For Strong Schools and Healthy Communities
- A Voice for Everyday Oklahomans
General Election · November 3, 2026
Patrick Southerland
For State Senate District 6
Why I'm Running
District 6 Deserves a Choice
District 6 deserves a choice, a representative who listens, shows up, and believes Oklahoma schools can move from the bottom of national rankings toward the top.
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Patrick Southerland was born and raised in Durant, Oklahoma. Throughout his life, his career path has changed, but one goal has remained consistent: helping people.
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From an early interest in medicine, to the performing arts, to public service, Patrick's experiences have taken him across the country and introduced him to people from many different backgrounds and communities.
Patrick's Priorities
Three Priorities for Oklahoma Families
Patrick's campaign is focused on three major priorities for Oklahoma families.
Healthcare Access
Accessible & Affordable Healthcare
Healthcare isn't accessible if you can't afford it, can't reach it, or your insurance won't pay for it.
Family Economy
Lower Costs for Everyday Families
A full-time paycheck should help you build a life — not just survive until the next one.
Meet Patrick
A Non-Traditional Path, A Consistent Purpose
Born and raised in Durant, Patrick Southerland's path has taken him from an early interest in medicine to the performing arts and now public service.
Along the way, he has met people from different communities and walks of life, experiences that strengthened his belief in the importance of listening to and understanding others.
His path has not been traditional, but the purpose behind it has remained the same: helping people.
Patrick Southerland
For State Senate District 6
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