I've worked in and up close to state government. I've seen the good times, and I've ridden through plenty of rough patches, too — like the one we're experiencing now as our Legislature tries to figure out how to close a huge budget hole.
Through it all, I've seen a lot of activity and self-congratulation for accomplishments big and small.
What I haven't seen is a moment of legislative clarity equal to the moment nearly 30 years ago when state lawmakers created the Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology.
