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Texas Democrat James Talarico Criticizes Bible Education in Schools

Texas Democrat James Talarico Criticizes Bible Education in Schools

Texas Democrat James Talarico Criticizes Bible Education in Schools
James Talarico's campaign responded to a video where he talked about the Bible and education, which made some people upset.
A video from 2025 showed Talarico speaking about his battles with Christian groups in Texas government.
Talarico said one bill wanted schools to teach Bible stories as true, which he thought was bad for children and society.
He said this would teach Christian stories to very young kids who can't think for themselves yet.
James Talarico used his faith to defend abortion rights, saying the Bible doesn't talk about abortion.
Talarico said he fought a Texas law that would teach Christian Bible stories as fact in schools.
He warned that teaching propaganda to young students is very wrong and should worry everyone.
Senator Ted Cruz retweeted the video, asking 'Um, wut?'
Mary Elizabeth Castle said Talarico's claim was misleading, explaining the Bluebonnet curriculum.
The curriculum helps students understand Bible references in historical speeches and stories.
The Bluebonnet curriculum was supported by top law firms and officials, aiming to improve reading scores.
A small number of people agreed with Talarico, but most parents and stakeholders liked the curriculum.
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James Talarico spoke at a campaign launch rally in Round Rock, Texas.
First Liberty executive general counsel Hiram Sasser said understanding the Bible is important for education.
Tim Graham said Democrats have a different idea of 'indoctrination' when it suits them.
Talarico's campaign said he's a Christian seminarian who fights corruption and wants people to love their neighbors.
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A cross on a Bible with the Constitution in the background symbolizes the separation of church and state.
Talarico shared his views on separating church and state with podcaster Joe Rogan.
Talarico said he spoke out against a bill because it could make students of other faiths feel unwelcome.
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Talarico's campaign has been criticized for his views on raising transgender children.
Alexander Hall is an associate editor for Fox News Digital, and you can send story tips to him.