For Texas Jews, Talarico's Senate upset offers hope against Christian nationalism
Haaretz · Grace Gilson ·
Jewish supporters welcomed the Democrat's message of religious tolerance after his defeat of Ken Paxton, though his criticism of Israel and support for halting offensive weapons sales left some uneasy
As James Talarico took the podium Tuesday night to address cheering supporters after defeating Republican Ken Paxton in the Senate race in Texas, he opened his victory speech by invoking the biblical story of David and Goliath.
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U.S. Sen.-elect James Talarico (D-TX) speaks during a midterm election night event at the Long Center for the Performing Arts on November 03, 2026 in Austin, Texas. Credit: Getty Images via AFP/BRANDON BELL