The big stone tablet at the hotel entrance bearing the Ten Commandments is proof enough that they take religion solemnly in Lubbock, Texas. James Talarico speaks to supporters at the Fire Fighters Hall in El Paso, Texas on Saturday. HUGE crowd to see @jamestalarico in deep-red Lubbock, Texas. pic.twitter.com/T732JXN5pg — Team Talarico (@TeamTalaricoHQ) February 23, 2026“You have to understand we are in Lubbock, Texas,” Gracie Gomez explains after the applause dies down. “More than you know,” Carter Burkholder says when asks if he feels moderate Republicans might be persuaded by Talarico’s message.

Source: The Irish Times February 23, 2026 17:56 UTC