It’s Their Job: Holding Our Elected Officials Accountable
By Dr. Angela K. Chambers, Ph.D.
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Elected officials don’t get to sit back and be spectators. They are not audience members in the game of public service—they are the players, the planners, and the protectors of the people they serve. Whether Democrat, Republican, Independent, or otherwise—race, gender, or political affiliation should never dictate the urgency or quality of their response. It’s their job.
Over the past year, many Oklahomans—and people across the country—have reached out to me for guidance, support, and advice on community issues. Since announcing my candidacy for office in 2024, and even after the election, people have continued to seek direction because they saw that I genuinely care, speak up, and advocate for justice—no matter who it is or what party they belong to.
Recently, I’ve raised questions to our local and state officials, asking: What’s the plan of action? What’s being done to protect and prepare the people—especially during times like this looming government shutdown?
Some have told me I shouldn’t call out certain individuals, like the mayor or other public figures. Others have suggested these issues should only be handled as a “collaborative community effort.” While I agree that community involvement is vital, I firmly believe there is a greater responsibility placed on our elected officials. It is their duty to lead with integrity, create solutions, and provide assurance to their constituents that action is being taken.
Silence is deafening—especially when people are struggling to make sense of what’s happening around them. Leadership means communicating hope, direction, and understanding. Even if there’s no immediate fix, the sentiment should be clear: “We hear you, we’re working on it, and we will get through this together.”
Now more than ever, it’s time for leaders, clergy, community organizations, and businesses to come together—to plan, to prepare, and to serve. The people deserve more than silence. They deserve presence, partnership, and purpose-driven leadership.
To every reader across Oklahoma and the United States: Contact your elected officials. Ask questions. Expect answers. Remind them that leadership is not a title—it’s a responsibility.
💬 Final Thought
Let’s hold our leaders accountable—not out of anger, but out of love for our communities and the belief that together, we can build a stronger, more resilient nation.
About the Author:
Dr. Angela K. Chambers, Ph.D. is a community leader, advocate, entrepreneur, and founder of The Original Black Wall Street and The Greenwood Beat – WFPG. Her mission is to empower communities through information, action, and accountability.
📧 Contact: info@angelakchambers.online
🌐 Website: www.angelakchambers.online
