The announcement of Ryan Walters impending resignation was worth a look back at his five years in public office.

Before he took office in Oklahoma, Walters was in the private sector, serving as CEO of Every Kid Counts.

Gov. Kevin Stitt appointed Walters as Secretary of Education.

"Ryan Walters is a committed educator who has dedicated his life to moving the needle in educational outcomes for all Oklahoma students and to supporting his fellow teachers. His perspective . will be invaluable," Stitt said, appointing Walters in 2020.

Walters, at the time, even garnered support from Joy Hofmeister, who would eventually run for governor as a democrat, rebuking many of his policies.

He is a great choice, and we look forward to strengthening our partnership in his new role as Secretary of Educ

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