Did Jasmine Crockett Endorse James Talarico in Texas? What the Record Shows
Summary
Representative Jasmine Crockett said she is not officially endorsing James Talarico for Texas Senate and is focusing on supporting local Democratic candidates. Polls show Talarico slightly ahead of his Republican opponent, Ken Paxton, in their race for Texas attorney general.Key Facts
- Jasmine Crockett stated she has not actively campaigned for James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for Texas Senate.
- Crockett's political action committee (PAC) did not list Talarico among its endorsed candidates.
- Talarico leads Paxton slightly in recent Texas voter polls, with support ranging from about 44% to 49%.
- Some experts say an endorsement from Crockett could help unite Democrats in Texas by addressing racial divisions in the party.
- Crockett favors focusing on many races to increase voter turnout, rather than supporting only one big candidate.
- She previously criticized Talarico for leaving his Texas House seat race but urged Democrats to unite after the primary.
- Crockett questioned whether Democratic voters, especially Black voters, fully back Talarico or other statewide candidates.
- Talarico said in July that he appreciated Crockett’s support but she has not publicly endorsed him.
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