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At Dallas campaign stop, Talarico says focusing on costs will help him beat Paxton in tight U.S. Senate race in Texas
By Jack Fink at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· July 6, 2026
· 2 min read
With five recent independent polls showing Democrat James Talarico is locked in a dead heat with Republican Ken Paxton for the U.S. Senate seat in Texas, the state representative said his focus on lowering costs will help him win in November. After visiting a food pantry in Dallas on Monday after...
Key takeaway After visiting a food pantry in Dallas on Monday afternoon, Talarico said he was told that the community's need is higher now than during the pandemic.
Why this matters in Southlake News
In the context of Southlake , where residents often grapple with the high cost of living, Talarico's focus on lowering costs could resonate strongly with local voters. As a community within the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Southlake is part of the larger North Texas region that Talarico has identified as crucial to his campaign's success. With its significant population and economic influence, the region's support could be a deciding factor in the tight U.S. Senate race. Talarico's proposed solutions, such as creating a federal public health insurance option and raising the federal minimum wage, may appeal to Southlake residents who are concerned about affordability and economic stability. As Talarico campaigns frequently in North Texas over the next four months, his ability to connect with local voters and address their specific concerns will be closely watched.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? With five recent independent polls showing Democrat James Talarico is locked in a dead heat with Republican Ken Paxton for the U.S. Senate seat in Texas, the state representative said his focus on lowering costs will help him win in November. After visiting a food pantry in Dallas on Monday after...
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