Carrie Blumert
As a County Commissioner, Carrie knows she can only do so much. So she’s put her energy into not only her role, but creating a community of people more involved and engaged in government that will outlast the legacy she can leave on her own.
What’s the single biggest problem you’d like to solve in your community?
Our broken criminal justice system. We hold too many people in jail, allow judges and prosecutors to send people to prison for decades and fail to fully support those who are released.
Who is the biggest influence in your life? Why?
I have too many to choose just one, but my therapist has taught me so much about how to be a healthy and strong leader. I am a very good version of myself because of her.
“Our community is special and I am really proud to be an Oklahoman.”
What keeps you up at night?
The people inside our county jail who can’t afford bail.
What makes you feel proud?
I am proud that our Oklahoma City and Oklahoma County communities have worked together over the last year to respond to COVID and get people the resources they need. Food giveaways, rental assistance and emergency shelter during bad weather just to name a few. Our community is special and I am really proud to be an Oklahoman.
What’s been the biggest obstacle in your life so far?
Fear of the unknown. Fear of the ‘what ifs’. Fear of not knowing enough to make the best choices.
Carrie is one of 100 women we have featured in the inaugural issue of Hundred Magazine. To learn more about her and the other 99 women, buy the issue.
