OK-02 Democratic nominee?
Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleU.S. House candidate
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
GenderMale
LocationOklahoma
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BackgroundU.S. House candidate
EducationB.A., French (University of Oklahoma)
Notable personal detailsErik Terwey is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives in Oklahoma’s 2nd Congressional District in the 2026 election cycle. He is from Bartlesville, Oklahoma, and has a B.A. and an M.A. in French Literature from the University of Oklahoma. His background includes work as a teacher (including Tulsa-area education roles) and small business management.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports redirecting tax benefits away from wealthy corporations and using tax revenue for public goods such as defense, roads, schools, elder care, and medicine; opposes corporate handouts and criticized recent tax cuts for the ultra‑wealthy. Commits to a people‑focused, worker‑prioritizing economic approach and rejects corporate PAC funding.
Healthcare
Supports expanding healthcare access and lists "Expand Healthcare Access for All" as a campaign priority, indicating favor for policies that broaden government-backed access rather than full privatization or repeal.
Endorsements
Endorsers of Erik Terwey for OK-02 Democratic nominee?
Blue Voter Guide
Public figure
Blue Voter Guide endorsed Erik Terwey for Oklahoma District 2.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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