A Gay Vegan Pagan
The article discusses the GOP's messaging strategy in Texas' Senate race, particularly against candidate James Talarico. It highlights a controversial statement made about Ken Paxton, suggesting that his flaws are overshadowed by Talarico's identity. The piece is part of Nick Catoggio's daily newsletter focusing on political commentary.
- ▪The GOP is focusing on messaging against James Talarico in the Texas Senate race.
- ▪A notable line suggests that Ken Paxton's issues are less concerning than Talarico's identity as a gay vegan pagan.
- ▪Nick Catoggio, the author, is a staff writer at The Dispatch and has a background in political commentary.
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Boiling Frogs A Gay Vegan Pagan On the GOP’s strategy against James Talarico. Nick Catoggio / May 28, 2026 Loading Illustration by Noah Hickey/The Dispatch (Photo by Danielle Villasana/Getty Images). Illustration by Noah Hickey/The Dispatch (Photo by Danielle Villasana/Getty Images). Audio Turn any article into a podcast. Upgrade now to start listening. Text Size Members can share articles with friends & family to bypass the paywall. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads Email 0 Open and scroll to the comments section You’re reading Boiling Frogs, Nick Catoggio’s daily newsletter on politics. To unlock the full version, become a Dispatch member today.
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