Mitchell Jacob

Mitchell Jacob was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He served in the U.S. Army from 2017 to 2022. Jacob earned a high school diploma from Boulder Creek High School, an associate degree from Rio Salado College in 2016, a bachelor's degree from Grand Canyon University in 2019, and a law degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Law in 2025. His career experience includes working as a stockbroker, banker, mortgage loan originator, and public defender.[1][2][3]

U.S. House

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am an OU Law graduate and public defender. I am a veteran of the United States Army, and I served as a Sergeant and Cryptologic Linguist, deploying to Southern Syria in support of Operation Inherent Resolve.

As a fourth-generation Oklahoman from Tulsa, I am an advocate for quality public education, small businesses, job creation, livable wages, human rights, and fiscal responsibility to reduce the federal deficit.

I am a father of five and live in Newcastle, OK, with my wife and children. I am an avid swimmer, and used to cycle and run. I have completed two full marathons, multiple half marathons, two century rides, and an olympic (distance) triathlon. I also completed a round-trip bike ride from Flagstaff, AZ, to Los Angeles, CA, in the summer of 2015.

I am dedicated to defending Oklahoma's values and protecting the state's and the county's future.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

I swore an oath to support and defend the United States Constitution, and that oath has no expiration. As a candidate for OK CD4 and a graduate from the University of Oklahoma College of Law, I am committed to upholding our nation's founding principles: individual liberty and justice for all. Ensuring individual rights, safeguarding liberties, and adhering to the rule of law are the minimum requirements for holding public office. While some may flagrantly disregard these enduring principles, I remain steadfast in my commitment to preserving and honoring the Constitution as the cornerstone of our country's future. Respect for this sacred document is not just a political stance—it is a responsibility we owe to every generation.The biggest threat to our democracy is our skyrocketing national debt. When Cole took office in 2003, we owed $6.75 trillion; by 2016, we owed $16 trillion; now it’s rapidly approaching $40 trillion.

We need to stop raising the debt limit, cut spending, greatly reduce our tax expenditures, and eliminate the federal debt.I believe in the American Dream, that every child and every family deserves a fair shot. I have a public education and I truly believe that education is the greatest equalizer. Every child deserves a quality education. I believe that healthcare is a human right, and you should not have to work three jobs to get by. I believe in empathy, not fear. I believe in tribal sovereignty and state sovereignty.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

As a public defender, I am passionate about criminal justice reform. I believe that the first pillar of criminal justice is rehabilitation, and then it is punishment. This is why I am opposed to private, for-profit prisons and do not support the sale of American. When we punish, we continue the cycle; when we rehabilitate, we eliminate recidivism.

Because I support lowering recidivism, I support a living wage, investing in public education, and criminal justice that prioritizes rehabilitation.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Integrity, vision, honesty

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Represent District 4; the State of Oklahoma; and to provide oversight to the United States government.

What legacy would you like to leave?

That I left the world a better place than I found it.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Sandwich Artist - Subway - 4 months.

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

The power of the purse and to change the government through its allocation of funds.

What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

The exploding federal deficit.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

It is fundamental to governing and a healthy democracy.

What was the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember?

9/11.

State House

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Mitchell Jacob is a fourth-generation Oklahoman, proud father, devoted husband, Army veteran, OU Law student, and committed to a Better Oklahoma.

Mitch resides with his wife and children in Newcastle, OK, where they attend Victory Family Church.

Mitch is committed to improving education, investing in infrastructure, lowering individual taxes, creating jobs, and promoting small business.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Regardless of your race, nationality, sexuality, religion, ideology, background, past, beliefs, identity, or gender, Mitchell Jacob loves you, accepts you, and welcomes you to District 20. You make Oklahoma Better.A better educated Oklahoma is good for everyone. We must ensure that we are raising educated children who can get a job and provide for themselves. Education attracts employers, generates tax revenue, and helps people escape the grip of poverty. Mitch supports a quality education for all.Mitchell Jacob stands for small business. Mitch proposes exempting new small businesses from paying corporate taxes until they either operate for five years or reach $500,000 in annual gross revenue. This will allow more Oklahomans to start their own business and can generate more tax revenue for Oklahoma while creating jobs.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Mitchell Jacob stands for inclusion for all. Mitch is also a VoteVets endorsed candidate and is a champion for veterans.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

My favorite film is The Last Samurai. The idea that one must empathize with, understand, and love one's opponent resonates with me to my core .

Politics is not about being right. Politics is about a spectrum of beliefs and taking actions which account for a range of people, backgrounds, beliefs, ideologies, and competing interests. I believe that to truly represent the people, I must understand each of my constituents and act in a manner which furthers the interests of the community at large.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

The most important principle an elected official can embody is integrity.

I believe that it is crucial that elected officials do the right thing, regardless of the ramifications. I do not believe in equivocations, blame-shifting, or lies. Integrity must come before political ambitions or goals.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

The core responsibility of an elected official is to represent their constituents. This can include voting against one's personal interest, working across the aisle, or standing up for a minority of constituents on hot-button issues. The point of elected officials is to represent the people, not themselves.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

9/11 occurred exactly one month to the day before my tenth birthday. I will never forget being in school, watching the planes fly into the Twin Towers and the Pentagon. 9/11 will forever shape my worldview. In fact, I ultimately answered the call, enlisted in the US Army, and deployed to the Middle East.

I love the United States and would gladly lay down my life in her defense.

What is your favorite book? Why?

My favorite book series is the Wheel of Time by Robert Jordan. Though there are many parallels to be drawn, I truly believe that one's destiny is only revealed when the time is right.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

I am one of nine children. We were raised by a mother who was single for most of my life. As such, poverty is an old friend of mine. I know what it is like to face homelessness because your family received an eviction notice. I know what it is like to move every 12 months because the rent kept increasing. I know what it is like to eat a cheese and mayonnaise sandwich for dinner. I know what it is like to get a new pair of shoes every other school year, to only wear hand-me-downs, and to "vacation" by camping in the back yard.

I do not resent my past. In fact, it is because of these experiences that I am the man I have become. All things considered, I am happy with my life experiences and how they have shaped me, though I have zero desire to re-live any of those experiences.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature?

The governor sets the state agenda, but each district is represented by a Senator and a Representative. I believe in a policy of mutual respect and professionalism, but will not bind my district's interests to the governor's will.

To say it another way, my job will be to represent House District 20, not appease the Oklahoma governor. I hope to work together and enrich Oklahoma, but will never sacrifice the interests of District 20 to curry favor with any elected official.

What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?

Oklahoma must become competitive in a modern world. We must start with education. Investment in education are long-term investments and sometimes it takes decades to manifest the benefits of education. With that said, Oklahoma is ranked 48th in the nation in public education by U.S. News & World Report. We MUST do better. Our state will never become competitive if we do not properly educate our children and invest in the future. This is the single most pressing issue facing Oklahoma today.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

I do not believe in career politicians.

It is obvious that there are benefits to experienced legislators. It is equally obvious that the longer one serves as an elected official, the more entrenched they become in their office. Thus, I stand for citizen-electors and I approve Oklahoma's 12 year term limit for elected legislators.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Yes. One person can accomplish nothing in politics. I believe that every person who runs for office wants to accomplish something. Thus, I want to work with individual legislators to pass common sense legislation that is good for Oklahoma.

I vow to work with legislators in Oklahoma, regardless of party or affiliation, to pass legislation that makes Oklahoma a better place.

What is the first bill you would introduce if elected?

I will introduce a bill to repeal the Parental Choice Tax Credit Act. We must stop the systematic dismantling of Oklahoma public schools.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

1) U.S. Term Limits - I have signed the pledge to keep term limits for legislators in Oklahoma and hopefully impose term limits on Congress.

2) VoteVets - I am not only a veteran, but a champion for veterans.

3) Oklahoma Democratic Party Veterans Federation - I am not only a veteran, but a champion for veterans.

What committees interest you?

As a law student, I hope to sit on the Criminal Justice and Corrections Committee. I hope to reduce the rate of incarceration in Oklahoma, employ common sense to overhaul Oklahoma's criminal statutes, and focus on rehabilitation, not just punishment.

Further, as a father with five children attending public school in Oklahoma, I hope to sit on the House Common Education Committee. I believe in public education and want to dedicate my time to empowering educators, not making their jobs more difficult.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

The government exists for the benefit of the people, not the other way around. Just as candidates must provide detailed financial filings, so too must the government account for each taxpayer dollar spent.

More than that, transparency is not a burden, though it may be a lot of work. A government which is not accountable to the people is tyrannical.