Residents of Enid, Oklahoma, are facing a crucial decision as they prepare to vote on whether to remove city councilmember Judd Blevins from his post. Blevins, who attended the white supremacist rally in Charlottesville in 2017, has come under fire for his alleged ties to neo-Nazi groups and white supremacist ideologies.
The Enid social justice committee has spearheaded the effort to remove Blevins, citing his association with hate groups and his failure to denounce white nationalism. Accusations against Blevins include his attendance at the Charlottesville rally, his involvement in planning the march, and his recruitment efforts for a disbanded white supremacist group.
Despite facing backlash from the community, Blevins has defended himself, claiming that he is opposed to all forms of racial hatred and discrimination. He has highlighted his accomplishments in office, including infrastructure improvements and economic development projects.
As the city gears up for the upcoming vote on April 2nd, tensions are running high. Supporters of Blevins argue that he deserves a chance to continue serving the community, while opponents are calling for his removal to uphold Enid’s values of inclusivity and tolerance.
Regardless of the outcome, the controversy surrounding Blevins has sparked a renewed sense of civic engagement in Enid, with residents coming together to ensure that their voices are heard and their values upheld.