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Talarico Now Cites Fairness in Girls Sports, but His Texas Record Shows Consistent Opposition

Democrat U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico says he will oppose trans athletes in girls sports if their participation endangers safety and fairness. However, his record in the Texas Legislature shows that he has never opposed keeping men out of girls sports but instead has voted against measures to protect girls. Talarico entered the Texas Legislature...

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