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Unease about Talarico’s Black support on display at Texas Democratic Convention
By Texas Tribune, Kayla Guo at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 27, 2026
· 10 min read
CORPUS CHRISTI — Black Democrats caucusing at the Texas Democratic Party convention Friday cheered when state Rep. James Talarico, the Democratic U.S. Senate nominee, said November would bring an end to three decades of one-party statewide rule.But some of the most emphatic applause he received d...
Key takeaway ”“Let’s just be very honest,” Talarico said Friday to a room in Corpus Christi packed full of Black Democrats from around the state.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
In Alamo Heights , where local Democrats have been actively engaged in the statewide conversation, Talarico's efforts to win over Black voters will be closely watched. The community's own voting patterns and demographic trends will be influential in determining the success of his campaign. As Talarico works to coalesce support among Black Democrats, his ability to connect with voters in urban areas like San Antonio will be crucial. The city's large and diverse population, including its significant African American community, will play a significant role in shaping the outcome of the election. Local activists and party leaders will be paying attention to whether Talarico can deliver on his promises to "show up for, invest in and fight for the votes of every Black Texan," and how his campaign will impact turnout and enthusiasm among Democratic voters in Bexar County.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 10 min
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What is this story about? CORPUS CHRISTI — Black Democrats caucusing at the Texas Democratic Party convention Friday cheered when state Rep. James Talarico, the Democratic U.S. Senate nominee, said November would bring an end to three decades of one-party statewide rule.But some of the most emphatic applause he received d...
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