Texas Democrat defends Talarico: 'We're all gay, tofu-eating vegans'

Democratic Texas Land Commissioner candidate Ben Flores delivered a unique defense of Texas state Rep. James Talarico (D-TX), saying, “We’re all gay, tofu-eating vegans.”

Texas Democrat defends Talarico: 'We're all gay, tofu-eating vegans'

TL;DR

  • Ben Flores, a Democratic Texas Land Commissioner candidate, defended Rep. James Talarico.
  • Flores stated, 'We’re all gay, tofu-eating vegans' to counter Republican attacks on Talarico.
  • Talarico has faced criticism regarding past comments, gender identity, and religious views.
  • The race is highlighted as a focal point in Texas culture wars.
  • Talarico is running against Ken Paxton for the U.S. Senate in Texas.