John Waldron

John Waldron is a candidate for State Representative District 77 Primary Election in 2026 in Oklahoma State House District 77, Oklahoma.

Incumbent State Representative in Tulsa, OK

Also running: Kristina Gabriel.

John Waldron is an Oklahoma State Representative for District 77, first taking office in 2018. A Democrat and former educator, he holds a Bachelor of Arts in international relations from the University of Virginia and a Master's from George Washington University. His policy platform emphasizes investing in education, public infrastructure, and human capital rather than tax cuts for the wealthy. He previously chaired the Oklahoma Democratic Party. In 2026, Waldron suspended his reelection campaign for District 77 after an AI-generated scandal came to light. He has also announced his resignation from the House of Representatives effective October 1st, 2026.