
Charity Linch
Chairwoman
Charity Linch is an outspoken leader for freedom who is a strong supporter of President Donald Trump’s conservative policies.
Charity has served in several leadership capacities in both small and large businesses and politics.
Charity fought for freedom with the Tea Party and publicly supported many conservative candidates and groups, however she joined the fight for freedom in a more public setting while working for America’s Frontline Doctors from early 2021 in calling out the misinformation from the media about COVID among other fallacies while exposing the danger of many hospital protocols
During her time with America’s Frontline Doctors, she worked as a paralegal fighting for those needing freedom from the malpractice of forced inoculations. She worked as the policy analyst, keeping an eye on legislation across the country to assist citizens in speaking out against tyrannical liberal agendas. She researched and wrote issue briefs and was the national coordinator for their Citizen Corps branch, empowering people to fight Marxist ideologies.
Charity is the founder and president of the Freedom Brigades, a nationwide organization that gives a plan of action and resources for citizens to fight for conservative & Biblical values in their communities. The Freedom Brigades partner with well-known organizations, bringing a sense of comradery to the grassroots movement across the country.
Charity is happily married with six children. With three children still at home, she currently homeschools the youngest two.
Charity served two terms as the Chairwoman for the Craig County Republican Party in Oklahoma after serving as their county Treasurer. The party has seen exponential growth & activity under her leadership. She was serving her first term as a member on the Oklahoma State Executive Committee before serving as the National Committeewoman. She was elected as the State Chairwoman in 2025.

Wayne Hill
Vice-Chairman
Wayne currently resides in Osage County with his wife Cathy of 45 years. He is a native Tulsan graduating from Nathan Hale High School. Cathy is a 7th grade English teacher. Together they had 5 children and have 10 grandchildren. Wayne is a graduate of OSU with a BS in Marketing, a minor in economics and a Masters of Science in Natural and Applied Sciences.
Wayne worked in the medical field in sales, marketing, training and product development with 40 years of experience, with a concentration in oncology, hematology and immunology.
His previous volunteer work includes current Osage County GOP Chairman and State Chapter Director for the Oklahoma 2nd Amendment Association. At OK2A, he established of 55 county chapters providing grassroots support for the lobbying efforts at the state capital. He previously volunteered and served on the BOD of MEND Crisis Center in its earlier years. Cathy and Wayne spent many Sundays chauffeuring John 3:16 students to church investing in their spiritual walk to overcome the addictions of substance abuse.

Sarah Burnett
Executive Director
Sarah Burnett is a wife, mother of four boys, and constitutional conservative. Her political activism is deeply rooted in a profound Christian faith. Sarah entered politics amid the turbulent post-2020 election landscape. In 2023, she became a County Committee Member and State Committee Alternate for the Washington County GOP (WCGOP), playing a pivotal role in realigning the party toward adherence to the Republican platform. Locally, this led to flipping Bartlesville City Council seats and halting initiatives like public agreements for drag shows.
Sarah is active in the Washington County Republican Party, serving as Vice Chairman, and stays engaged on issues affecting her town, county, and state. She has served as an active member of the OKGOP State Committee since 2023, leading efforts to allow the Committee to call meetings, pass resolutions, and function as an authoritative body. As the OKGOP Executive Director, she enjoys serving the County Parties and the State Leadership, and continuing to advocate for Republican values.

Joe Hart
Communications Director
Joe Hart is a seasoned communications strategist and entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in marketing, media, and political advocacy. A lifelong Oklahoman and proud Eagle Scout, Joe brings a strong commitment to conservative values, freedom of speech, the Second Amendment, and grassroots mobilization.
Joe has founded and currently operates multiple businesses centered around marketing, including a consulting firm, a photography studio, and a print services company. Through these ventures, he has helped political campaigns, nonprofits, and businesses across Oklahoma and the country effectively communicate their message through both traditional media and cutting-edge digital strategies. From search engine marketing to event branding, direct mail, and social media, Joe’s work reflects a deep understanding of how to move audiences and win support.
Joe previously served as Treasurer of the Oklahoma Republican Party and has long been a trusted voice within the organization. His extensive background in digital marketing has made him a valuable resource for candidates and causes aiming to communicate effectively in today’s fast-moving media environment.
He holds an MBA from the University of Tulsa, along with dual bachelor’s degrees in Marketing and Management from Oklahoma State University. He also studied international business through the CIMBA program in Paderno del Grappa, Italy, and regularly lectures on digital marketing at the University of Tulsa.
In his role as Communications Director, Joe is dedicated to equipping Republicans across Oklahoma with clear messaging, strategic outreach, and a unified voice that champions liberty, accountability, and the principles of the Republican platform.

Larry Murray
National Committeeman
Larry Murray is a retired U.S. Air Force officer with multiple overseas deployments, including combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. His military service instilled in him a deep sense of duty, resilience, and leadership, emphasizing the Air Force Core Values of integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all you do.
In his civilian life, Larry works in the Oil & Gas industry. He holds a degree in Political Science from the University of Oklahoma, which has provided him with valuable insights into policy and governance. Additionally, as an Eagle Scout, he embodies the principle of preparedness and dedication to community service.
Larry’s commitment to upholding the U.S. Constitution inspired him to serve as the State Committeeman and then Chairman of the Washington County Republican Party. He actively engages in political discourse, advocating for a Republican Party that holds all elected officials accountable to the U.S. Constitution and the Republican Party Platform.
Firmly believing that individuals derive their rights from God, as stated in the Declaration of Independence, Larry asserts that the government’s role is to secure these rights, something they are currently failing to do. He maintains that the people should have authority over the government, not the other way around, echoing the foundational principle that the Republican Party is a bottom-up organization. Larry was elected as National Committeeman of Oklahoma in 2024.

Karen Hardin
National Committeewoman
Karen has worked across the state of Oklahoma to grow the GOP and re-establish conservative values. She has worked on numerous campaigns and helped build teams to assist Republican candidates.
She is the founder and president of Awake Oklahoma, non-profit that is helping educate and alert Oklahomans regarding political and community issues. She is also a small business owner and the director of the City-by-City Prayer Network which reaches thousands across the nation.
She is a professional journalist and has been published in USA Today, Western Journal, American Faith, Intercessors for America, and more.
Karen was one of seven electors for Oklahoma for the 2024 presidential election. She has also served as State Committee Woman for Wagoner County and was elected to National Committee Woman May 2025.
Karen and her husband, Kevin, of 35 years live in Wagoner County. They have three grown children and one grandchild.