There’s Something Unusual About James Talarico’s Message

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James Talarico isn't talking about Christianity the way most politicians do—and that has made his message a major part of the conversation surrounding his campaign. Talarico is a Texas state representative, Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate, and Presbyterian seminarian studying to become a pastor. His campaign openly places his Christian faith alongside his political message, repeatedly invoking Jesus, Scripture, loving your neighbor, concern for the poor and marginalized, and opposition to what he calls Christian nationalism. Talarico for Texas But his interpretation of Christianity has also produced sharp theological disagreement. Talarico has argued that Christians should resist using government power to impose religion, while critics—including prominent Texas Republicans—have accused him of departing from historic Christian teaching. Talarico has responded that some controversial remarks have been taken out of context, and he has defended his broader message as flowing from his fa

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