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Can James Talarico’s faith-forward politics invigorate the Jewish religious left?

James Talarico blends faith and progressive politics, appealing to younger voters while sparking debate among Texas Jewish leaders over his Israel stance.

In a recent interview for his New York Times podcast, Ezra Klein asked Texas State Rep. James Talarico why the Christian right puts so much focus on abortion and gay marriage. “I’m Jewish, but when I read the New Testament, I always come away a little bit amazed that politicized Christianity is so worried about gender and sexuality, and so unconcerned with greed,” said Klein.  Talarico, 36, answered in the religious language that has made him no…

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Jewish Telegraphic Agency broke the news in on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
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