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James Talarico says he won't "win by selling people out" when pressed on trans rights support
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· August 4, 2026
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Key takeaway James Talarico, a Democrat running for the US Senate, has reaffirmed his support for trans rights.
Texas state Rep. James Talarico, a Democrat running for the US Senate, has reaffirmed his support for trans rights. He made this clear during an interview with MS NOW host Rachel Maddow.
Talarico's stance on trans rights has been used by Republicans to attack him in recent months. Maddow suggested that some people believe Talarico's support for trans people might hinder his chances of winning statewide in Texas. However, Talarico remains committed to his position.
Further details on his interview and campaign are available from the source. For more information on Talarico's campaign and his views on trans rights, readers can refer to the original interview and related fact-checking resources.
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Category: rights Published: August 4, 2026 Source: LGBTQ Nation Reading time: 1 min
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