Ed Bolt is a longtime community leader, former Shawnee Mayor and City Commissioner, and small business owner running for Oklahoma State Senate in District 17. A resident of Pottawatomie County, Bolt brings decades of experience in both public service and the private sector, including a career with AT&T and work as a local business owner.
Ed's campaign focuses on strengthening public education, expanding affordable housing, improving childcare access, and supporting the growth of rural communities while working collaboratively with tribal nations. Bolt is committed to practical leadership that brings people together and delivers real results for Oklahoma families.