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“We had a branding problem. We have allowed ourselves to be branded by our tragedies. If you said 'Oklahoma City,' chances are the next word out of your mouth was 'bombing.'”

Quote by Mick Cornett

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Mick Cornett, born on July 16, 1958, served as the Mayor of Oklahoma City. During his tenure, he spearheaded several major urban development projects, such as the OKCPS reconstruction plan and downtown revitalization. Cornett is known for his forward-thinking urban planning and commitment to the city's cultural heritage. more

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