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Talarico after historic Senate win: "Love can heal what's broken in America"
The senator-elect said he will work with both parties and focus on affordability after defeating Ken Paxton in a race backed by more than $200 million.
- On Tuesday, Democrat James Talarico defeated Republican Ken Paxton to win a United States Senate seat; The Associated Press called the race, making Talarico the first Democrat to represent Texas in the Senate since 1993.
- Talarico framed the victory as an underdog triumph, facing more than $300 million in spending—the highest in U.S. Senate history. He told an Austin rally, "In this race, we went up against our own Goliaths," citing billionaire Elon Musk and the Washington establishment.
- Mobilizing 60,000 volunteers, the campaign prioritized community aid over traditional advertising. Volunteers delivered bottled water to Sand Branch and collected more than 20,000 pounds of groceries for families in Fort Worth.
- Democrat Gina Hinojosa also unseated Texas Governor Greg Abbott, signaling a broader political shift in the state. These Democratic victories could make Texas competitive in national elections, reshaping the electoral map for future races.
- Talarico pledged to serve all Texans, arguing the central divide is "top versus bottom" rather than partisan lines. Promising a "politics of love," he aims to govern for everyone, not just the elite.
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Texas is not for sale: James Talarico says Texas Senate win sends message to Elon Musk - The Tribune
Newly elected Texas Democratic Senator James Talarico declared, 'Texas is not for sale', after defeating Republican Ken Paxton. He criticised billionaire Elon Musk's heavy campaign funding, vowing to curb big money in politics, overhaul campaign finance, and prioritise working families.
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Senator-elect James Talarico offers olive branch to Republicans. Is it resonating?
Senator-elect James Talarico struck a conciliatory tone during his victory speech Tuesday night, telling those who didn't vote for him that he'd fight for them just as he'd fight for those who did.
·Houston, United States
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