Clem McSpadden

Clem Rogers McSpadden (November 9, 1925 – July 7, 2008) was an American rodeo announcer and politician. A member of the Democratic Party, he served as a U.S. representative from Oklahoma's Oklahoma's 2nd congressional district for one full term from 1973 to 1975. Prior to his election to the U.S. House, McSpadden was a member of the Oklahoma Senate between 1954 and 1972. He was the grandnephew of Oklahoma comedian and actor Will Rogers.

Early life McSpadden was born on a ranch near the small town of Bushyhead in Rogers County, Oklahoma. He grew up on a ranch owned by Will Rogers in nearby Oologah, where he attended public schools. He served in the United States Navy during World War II (1944–1946). He attended the University of Redlands, North Texas Agricultural College, and the University of Texas before he received his Bachelor of Science degree in 1948 from Oklahoma State University–Stillwater, then known as Oklahoma A&M.

Career He was first elected to public office in November 1954 when he won a seat in the Oklahoma Senate. He served in that body until 1972, including leading it for two sessions as President pro tempore of the Oklahoma Senate.

He was elected to the Ninety-third Congress in November 1972, and served one term (January 3, 1973 – January 3, 1975), serving on the House Rules Committee. He is also known, especially through the rodeo community, for his authorship of "A Cowboy's Prayer."

Honors Rodeo Hall of Fame of the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum 1989 ProRodeo Hall of Fame 1990 Oklahoma Hall of Fame 1990 Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame 2009 Rodeo Hall of Fame of the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum 1989 Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame 2009 Legend in the Bull Riding Hall of Fame 2017 Legends of ProRodeo Hall of Fame 2008 Legend in the Bull Riding Hall of Fame 2017