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Texas Lawmaker Faces Backlash for Quoting Nazi Propagandist

4/4/2025

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Texas Democrat Rep. Julie Johnson expressed her outrage after Rep. Pat Self quoted Nazi propagandist Joseph Goebbels during a congressional hearing, labeling it deeply concerning. In his defense, Self claimed his remarks were about Nina Jankowicz's philosophy. Jankowicz countered that the hearing's foundation was both fictional and damaging, while Self continues to face criticism for previous controversial statements and misgendering Rep. Sarah McBride.

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Texas Democrat Rep. Julie Johnson expressed her outrage after Rep. Pat Self quoted Nazi propagandist Joseph Goebbels during a congressional hearing, labeling it deeply concerning. In his defense, Self claimed his remarks were about Nina Jankowicz's philosophy. Jankowicz countered that the hearing's foundation was both fictional and damaging, while Self continues to face criticism for previous controversial statements and misgendering Rep. Sarah McBride.