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Faith takes center stage as Democrat hunts Texas Senate seat amid evangelical backlash
politics13 days ago

Faith takes center stage as Democrat hunts Texas Senate seat amid evangelical backlash

Democratic state Rep. James Talarico makes faith a central theme in his bid to flip Texas’s Senate seat, arguing for love and compassion while courting faith-based voters — a strategy that has drawn praise from supporters but provoked backlash from evangelical conservatives who accuse him of blasphemy and misrepresenting Christianity. The race against Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton remains tight, complicated by Paxton’s own evangelical image and past scandals, and reflects the broader dynamic of religion in Texas politics.

via The Washington Post|
#elections#faith#paxton
Talarico's Church Housing Undocumented Family Becomes Campaign Flashpoint
politics20 days ago

Talarico's Church Housing Undocumented Family Becomes Campaign Flashpoint

A resurfaced 2023 interview shows Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico saying his church housed an undocumented family facing deportation and that Christianity is 'just another word for causing trouble,' triggering Republican attacks ahead of the Paxton-Talarico race; his campaign defends his faith-based approach and positions on policing, border security, and abortion rights.

via Fox News|
#church#ice#immigration
Talarico edges Paxton in Texas Senate poll as race tightens
politics25 days ago

Talarico edges Paxton in Texas Senate poll as race tightens

A new Texas Southern University poll shows Democrat James Talarico ahead of Republican Ken Paxton 47-45 among likely voters (MOE ±2.83), signaling a tight race ahead of November. Talarico has far outraised Paxton in fundraising ($30M vs. $9M), while Paxton underperforms with white voters (+14 for Paxton) and Hispanics favor Talarico by 19 points, illustrating demographic headwinds Paxton faces despite past statewide wins and political endorsements.

via Axios|
#elections#paxton#politics
politics26 days ago

Talarico Deflects 'Manhood' Attacks in Texas Senate Bid

Democrat James Talarico counters Republicans' focus on his masculinity in the Texas U.S. Senate race by emphasizing issues that matter to men—lower housing costs, rent control, and curbing billionaire influence—while courting male voters (including young and Hispanic men) and calling for debates, aided by his national exposure from Joe Rogan and other media appearances.

via Politico|
#masculinity#paxton#politics
Talarico Edges Paxton in Fox News Texas Senate Poll as Democratic Enthusiasm Grows
politics29 days ago

Talarico Edges Paxton in Fox News Texas Senate Poll as Democratic Enthusiasm Grows

A Fox News poll of 1,006 Texas registered voters (July 23–27, 2026) shows a tight Senate race: Democrat James Talarico leads Republican Ken Paxton 51% to 48%, a 3-point edge fueled by higher Democratic enthusiasm and strong independent support (Talarico 53%-47% among the most motivated voters). Paxton leads among White evangelicals, rural voters, and older men, while Talarico dominates with Black voters, Hispanics, moderates, women, and younger voters. Hispanics back Talarico 59-41, and inflation is the top issue for many voters. Personal ratings tilt against Paxton and in favor of Talarico (Paxton -6 net, Talarico +6). In the governor’s race, Abbott leads Hinojosa by 1 point. The survey notes an enthusiasm gap and a margin of error ±3 percentage points.

via Fox News|
#elections#fox-news-poll#paxton
Talarico tightens focus on Black Texas voters at Dem convention
politics2 months ago

Talarico tightens focus on Black Texas voters at Dem convention

At the Texas Democratic Party convention in Corpus Christi, U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico urged Black Democrats to trust and engage with his campaign, acknowledging the party’s history of taking Black voters for granted and pledging to partner with Black communities; however, longtime Black officials and activists say outreach remains underdeveloped, and Crockett’s coalition has yet to be fully mobilized, making Black turnout critical as polling shows substantial Black support but persistent concerns about mobilization ahead of November.

via The Texas Tribune|
#black-voters#jasmine-crockett#politics
Talarico Targets Paxton Over Hoffman Plea Deal in Child-Abuse Case
politics2 months ago

Talarico Targets Paxton Over Hoffman Plea Deal in Child-Abuse Case

Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico used a Waco child-sex abuse case to attack Attorney General Ken Paxton, demanding release of internal files and arguing Paxton helped secure a lenient plea for Adam Hoffman; prosecutors say the outcome reflected limited options to convict on a felony without the victim’s testimony, while the defense argued the accusations are politically motivated and Hoffman's sentence was limited to about 30 days in jail amid protests and bipartisan scrutiny.

via The New York Times|
#child-abuse-case#paxton#plea-deal
Ex-Paxton Impeachment Lawyer Endorses Democrat in Texas Senate Race, Signaling GOP Rift
politics2 months ago

Ex-Paxton Impeachment Lawyer Endorses Democrat in Texas Senate Race, Signaling GOP Rift

Dan Cogdell, who led Ken Paxton’s impeachment defense, endorsed Democrat James Talarico for Texas Senate, saying Paxton has lost sight of his mission and urging unity across parties. Cogdell has donated to both campaigns, and the endorsement highlights ongoing GOP divisions after Paxton’s primary win over Cornyn, with Trump still backing Paxton.

via News of the United States - NOTUS|
#cogdell#impeachment#paxton
Talarico pivots to Paxton scandals in Texas Senate bid
politics3 months ago

Talarico pivots to Paxton scandals in Texas Senate bid

Texas Democrat James Talarico launched his general-election U.S. Senate bid by reframing Ken Paxton as part of a corrupt establishment, pivoting from a sunny primary message to an anti-corruption, affordability-focused campaign branded as The People vs. Ken Paxton, highlighting Paxton's impeachment history and leveraging rapid online fundraising as the race heats up.

via PBS|
#impeachment#paxton#politics
Democrat Talarico Eyes Texas Senate Upset After Paxton Win
politics3 months ago

Democrat Talarico Eyes Texas Senate Upset After Paxton Win

Democrat James Talarico gained fundraising traction and Democrats see a path to Texas’s Senate seat after Ken Paxton’s GOP primary victory; analysts briefly moved the race to lean Republican, but a Talarico upset could reshape the 2028 battleground in Texas. The race hinges on Paxton’s establishment support, turnout from Black voters, external endorsements, and whether Talarico’s populist message can win over suburban and rural voters amid inflation and national politics surrounding Trump.

via Axios|
#campaign-finance#paxton#politics
Talarico accuses Paxton of clipping remarks to distract from corruption in Texas Senate race
politics3 months ago

Talarico accuses Paxton of clipping remarks to distract from corruption in Texas Senate race

Texas Democrat James Talarico conceded some past statements on transgender policy missed the mark but accused Republican Ken Paxton of clipping those remarks to distract from Paxton's alleged corruption as Paxton won the GOP nomination for the U.S. Senate; the race is expected to be one of the costliest and most consequential, with Cornyn's endorsement backing Paxton and a rising Democratic fundraising effort from Talarico as they head toward a high-stakes November contest that could influence Senate control.

via CBS News|
#corruption#paxton#politics
Paxton Stakes Out Advantage as Paxton-Talarico Texas AG Battle Heats Up
politics3 months ago

Paxton Stakes Out Advantage as Paxton-Talarico Texas AG Battle Heats Up

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s win sets up a high-stakes general election showdown with Democrat James Talarico. Talarico boasted a rapid fundraising start after Paxton’s victory (about $600,000 in the first two hours and $27 million in Q1), while Paxton works to lock down Cornyn supporters amid Trump backing. Democrats view the race as a potential hinge for the Senate majority, and the piece notes Paxton’s past securities-fraud case was resolved with restitution. The campaign landscape—fundraising momentum, endorsements, and cross-party appeal—will shape the Texas contest this fall.

via Politico|
#attorney-general#fundraising#paxton
politics3 months ago

Talarico bets on cross-aisle coalition to flip Texas Senate

Texas Democrat James Talarico is betting he can flip the U.S. Senate seat by building a broad coalition, courting disaffected Republicans and independents, and emphasizing a record of cross‑partisan work on taxes, education, housing, and energy. He’s riding a strong fundraising surge and internal polls that show him ahead of Ken Paxton, while Paxton’s camp and Trump allies launch aggressive attacks. The race hinges on converting Cornyn supporters and expanding turnout, with analysts noting Texas remains a challenging but potentially decisive battleground in 2026.

via Politico|
#fundraising#paxton#politics