Evan Nathaniel Shepherd

Evan Nathaniel Shepherd is a Democratic candidate running for the Oklahoma House of Representatives, District 45, in the 2026 primary election. A lifelong resident of Norman, Oklahoma, he is an alumnus of Norman North High School and continues his academic career at the University of Oklahoma. He has professional experience as a teaching assistant and currently serves as a Group Lead at Alphabest after school programs. Shepherd identifies as a "Real Progressive" committed to addressing crucial issues for District 45. His policy platform emphasizes improving education, boosting affordability by increasing wages and curbing corporate abuse, and expanding access to social safety nets like SoonerCare. His campaign explicitly rejects corporate donations.