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Jim Priest

Jim Priest

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Overview

Current roleAttorney (employment-law trial lawyer)

PartyDemocratic

Political ideologyModerate Democrat

GenderMale

LocationOklahoma

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BackgroundAttorney (employment-law trial lawyer)

EducationHoughton University — B.A., History

Notable personal detailsJim Priest is an Oklahoma attorney, ordained minister, and nonprofit executive who has run for public office as a Democrat. He has led major Oklahoma City-area nonprofits, including serving as CEO of Sunbeam Family Services and later as president and CEO of Goodwill Industries of Central Oklahoma. In 2026, he is a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Oklahoma.

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Positions

LiberalConservative

Healthcare

Public statements and past campaign coverage show Jim Priest has criticized federal overreach on issues including the Affordable Care Act while also arguing for a measured federal role and focusing on state-level priorities; his recent campaign materials do not present a detailed, specific plan on healthcare expansion or privatization.

Endorsements

Oklahoma Democratic Senate nominee?

Endorsers of Jim Priest for Oklahoma Democratic Senate nominee?

Joe Cassity

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Joe Cassity endorsed Jim Priest for U.S. Senate.

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Troy Green

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Troy Green endorsed Jim Priest for U.S. Senate.

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Vicki Behenna

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Vicki Behenna endorsed Jim Priest for U.S. Senate.

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Drew Edmondson

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Drew Edmondson endorsed Jim Priest for U.S. Senate.

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Brad Henry

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Brad Henry endorsed Jim Priest for U.S. Senate.

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David Walters

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David Walters endorsed Jim Priest for U.S. Senate.

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Fundraising

Latest report: Cycle 2026
Total raisedCash on hand
$316.1K
$237.1K
$158.1K
$79.0K
$0

2026

Latest
Year
Total raised
Cash on hand
Total spent
Burn rate

Cycle 2026

$316.1K
$43.6K
$272.6K
$15.1K

Source: FEC

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