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- ↑ Carter, Ray (2003-01-10). "Henry picks Savage, Tolbert for Cabinet positions". The Journal Record.[ dead link ]
- ↑ Office of Governor Henry (2008-08-20). "Gov. Henry names Strong environmental secretary". State of Oklahoma. Archived from the original on June 9, 2009.
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