Former teacher and Texas state Rep. James Talarico (D), a “Presbyterian seminarian studying to become a pastor,” doubled down on his opposition to displaying the Ten Commandments in public schools during a CNN interview, drawing a sharp rebuke from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who is seeking the same Senate seat and currently competing in the Republican primary runoff.
“Federal appeals court ruled that the Texas law does not violate the constitution. Republican Texas Attorney General, Ken Paxton, your other possible opponent this November, he said, ‘this is a major victory for Texas and our moral values. The Ten Commandments have had a profound impact on our nation, and it’s important that students learn from them every single day.’ What’s your response to Ken Paxton there?” the CNN host asked.
Texas state Talarico replied:
Well, I’m not sure if Ken Paxton is in a place to lecture us on moral
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