Texas

Talarico’s Faith Gambit Raises Questions

Texas Democrats are trying to sell James Talarico as a faith-minded bridge to church voters. In a state that has not elected a Democrat statewide since 1994, the pitch is bold, and a little too polished for comfort.

Talarico’s Controversial Sermon to Voters

James Talarico won the Democratic Senate nomination in Texas while leaving a trail of eyebrow raising religious and social comments. He has discussed God, Jesus, sex and abortion in ways that have pundits and opponents talking. Here is what he actually said and why it matters.