Talarico Charms Texas Dems with Luck, Restraint

Texas Democrat James Talarico wins over his party's faithful through a mix of love, luck, and uncharacteristic restraint, positioning him as a rising star in state politics. This feel-good story from the left-leaning press glosses over Democrats' usual radicalism, painting a sanitized picture of unity amid national divisions. While Talarico tempers his agenda to appeal broadly, conservatives warn this is just tactical moderation - expect the same big-government push once in power. Read more about this...