Senate Democratic Leader Kirt comments on passing of former Governor George Nigh

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senate Democratic Leader Julia Kirt issued the following statement on the passing of former Governor George Nigh.

“When I learned that Governor George Nigh had passed, I was filled both with deep sadness at his passing and profound gratitude for his incredible life and service to the people of Oklahoma. He was a life-long public servant as an educator, legislator, former lieutenant governor, governor, and president of the University of Central Oklahoma.

"Governor Nigh was a visionary and a true statesman, beloved and admired by elected officials on both sides of the aisle. My thoughts and prayers are with Donna and the Nigh family, and I know our entire state joins them in mourning this tremendous loss.” – Senate Democratic Leader Julia Kirt, D-Oklahoma City.

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For more information, contact: 
Sen. Julia Kirt at 405-521-5636 or Julia.Kirt@oksenate.gov