Source: Fox News
Summary
Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico is embracing the nickname “Talafreako” given to him by his Republican opponent Ken Paxton, even selling t-shirts with the slogan. Talarico encouraged supporters to buy the shirts at a general election kickoff event in Houston, where the crowd chanted “Talafreako” after he left the stage. Some believe this move will backfire with moderate Texas voters, given Talarico’s past controversial comments. However, others think it’s a clever co-opting of the jab.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
James Talarico is selling “I’m a Talafreako” t-shirts, embracing the nickname given by Ken Paxton. The crowd at the Houston rally chanted “Talafreako” after Talarico left the stage. Talarico’s campaign is co-opting the jab, using it as a rallying cry. The move is seen as either a clever tactic or a potential misstep. Either way, it’s a performance, complete with merchandise and chanting crowds.
