Bartlesville (Oklahoma: The State of Abuse)

By Dr. Arley Ballenger

In the heart of Bartlesville, Oklahoma, a small town steeped in oil history, a dark truth festers beneath its quiet charm. Bartlesville: Exposing the Corruption and the Fight for Justice unveils a predatory ecosystem where judges, officials, and institutions exploit federal funds, Section 8 housing, and child welfare systems to profit at the expense of 650 vulnerable residents--Section 8 parents, Cherokee families, and displaced citizens. From the Washington County Courthouse's halls of deceit to the shadows of the Price Tower, Dr. Arley Ballenger exposes a web of corruption that thrives on silence and fear, fueling 200 child removals, 600 OKDHS reports, and 20% ICWA violations. Yet, this is also a story of courage. Activists like Sarah Bennett and Maria Gonzalez lead a defiant stand against housing injustice, foster care abuses, and Native American marginalization, demanding accountability and reform. Inspired by her family's legacy--her grandfather Ray Shull's bold arrest of a powerful elite and her father Arley Shull's pursuit of truth--Dr. Ballenger weaves meticulous research with personal conviction to reveal how federal funds and local power entrench oppression. This is not just an exposé; it's a call to action. For Bartlesville's residents, the 300 Section 8 parents, and Cherokee families fighting for their rights, the time for change is now. Join the movement to shatter the silent grip of corruption, reclaim justice, and forge a future where every voice is heard. The truth, like oil beneath the earth, will rise.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F5NPG44Z
• ISBN13: 9798280516014
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 217 Pages
• Dimensions: 11.2" x 0.7" x 8.5"