VFAF Backs Oklahoma Business Leader and Conservative Robert Keyes for State Senate
OKLAHOMA — August 19, 2026 — Veterans for America First (VFAF) is proud to announce its endorsement of Robert C. Keyes for Oklahoma State Senate District 24, supporting a proven Oklahoma businessman and conservative leader committed to strengthening families, supporting veterans, growing the economy, and bringing accountable leadership to the State Capitol.
Keyes is a lifelong Oklahoman who rose from poverty through hard work and determination to become a successful businessman and job creator. He currently serves as President and CEO of Associated Industries, an environmental drilling and construction company based in Norman, Oklahoma. Together with his wife, Sandy, Keyes has founded and co-founded multiple business ventures, creating jobs and supporting working families throughout the state.
Keyes has also established a national and international reputation in the groundwater industry, an area critical to Oklahoma's agriculture, energy sector, economy, and long-term natural-resource security. He serves as Treasurer of the National Ground Water Association and as Chairman of NGWA University, an educational initiative powered by Oklahoma State University that provides training and workforce development for the next generation of skilled professionals.
His campaign for Senate District 24 is centered on conservative, results-driven priorities including lowering taxes, reducing government waste, supporting small businesses and job creation, strengthening public safety, improving education and workforce opportunities, and demanding greater transparency and accountability from state government.
Keyes' commitment to service extends beyond business. He founded the faith-based Morning Dove Foundation to help prepare young people for future careers and has been involved in mentoring students in leadership, responsibility, and service. Keyes and his family are active in their church, community ministries, and initiatives supporting America's veterans.
As a husband, father, and grandfather, Keyes has emphasized the importance of strong families and communities. He and Sandy have three grown children and eight grandchildren and operate a horse ranch near Purcell, Oklahoma.
Jacqueline Capriotti, VFAF National Ambassador, issued the following statement in support of the endorsement:
“I’m proud to support Robert C. Keyes for the Oklahoma State Senate District 24. I believe he will be a strong voice for Oklahoma families, veterans, and the values that make our communities stronger.”
— Jacqueline Capriotti, VFAF National Ambassador
Veterans for America First believes Keyes' combination of private-sector experience, commitment to veterans and families, conservative principles, and record of community leadership makes him a strong choice to represent Oklahoma Senate District 24, which includes communities in Moore, south Oklahoma City, and north Norman.
VFAF encourages voters in Senate District 24 to support Robert C. Keyes and his campaign to bring principled, accountable, and effective conservative leadership to the Oklahoma State Senate.
