James Talarico: Faith, Politics, and the Future of Texas | Taco Policy Ep. 1

Описание: Host Kat Vargas travels to the Rio Grande Valley to sit down with Texas State Rep. James Talarico over tacos on the campaign trail. He shares how his journey of faith and service shaped his decision to run for U.S. Senate—and why this race could redefine Texas politics for a generation. At a historic tortilleria in McAllen, the conversation spans the rise of Christian nationalism, billionaire influence in politics, and the corruption threatening American democracy.

This isn’t just another interview—it’s a must-listen conversation about the future of Texas, and the fight for a government that works for all of us.

Pull up a chair: this is your seat at the table for the future of Texas.

00:00 Taco Policy and Introduction to Representative Tallarico
05:31 The Urgency of Political Change in Texas
08:45 Unity Across Divisions: A New Political Perspective
10:53 Faith and Politics: Standing Against Christian Nationalism
14:48 Love as a Political Force: The Role of Compassion in Politics
17:58 Corruption and Accountability in Politics
20:25 Corruption and Costs: The Interconnected Issues
22:41 Childcare Crisis: A Hidden Economic Burden
27:17 Political Corruption and Freedom of Speech
31:27 The Importance of Teamwork in Politics
34:11 Engaging the Youth: A New Political Coalition
40:12 Finding Hope in Community Engagement

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