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Texas Racial Tensions Surge Amid Heated Democratic Primaries

2/14/2026

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Racial tensions in Texas rose as Democratic candidates pursue identity-focused messaging in the primary season in a predominantly red state.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett, running for the Senate, suggested racism could explain a potential loss.
Rep. Colin Allred accused rival Rep. James Talarico of derogatory remarks.
Sen. Ted Cruz labeled the Democratic Party as bigoted.

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Story summary

Racial tensions in Texas rose as Democratic candidates pursue identity-focused messaging in the primary season in a predominantly red state.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett, running for the Senate, suggested racism could explain a potential loss.
Rep. Colin Allred accused rival Rep. James Talarico of derogatory remarks.
Sen. Ted Cruz labeled the Democratic Party as bigoted.