Part 6/11:
Stark Differences in Public Policy and Community Standards
Oklahoma’s approach to public policy reflects traditional conservative values emphasizing family, safety, and order. The state actively works to combat homelessness through measures like "Operation Safe," which swiftly removes encampments and offers homeless individuals options for detox, treatment, or transportation to jails. These policies contribute to Tulsa’s remarkably low homelessness levels compared to the West Coast.