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GOP Billboards Mock Sanders, Claim $3 Million Dan Patrick Donation

6/28/2026

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GOP billboards paired Senator Bernie Sanders with Senate nominee James Talarico, reading “You want socialism? Good luck with that,” as Sanders closed the Democratic Convention in Corpus Christi on June 27, 2026.
Democratic speakers warned the Rio Grande Valley of high living costs and unaffordable health care.
Nathan Johnson cited donors Tim Dunn and Jeff Yass, alleged a $3 million contribution to Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, noting Republicans labeled Democrats as socialists.

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GOP billboards paired Senator Bernie Sanders with Senate nominee James Talarico, reading “You want socialism? Good luck with that,” as Sanders closed the Democratic Convention in Corpus Christi on June 27, 2026.
Democratic speakers warned the Rio Grande Valley of high living costs and unaffordable health care.
Nathan Johnson cited donors Tim Dunn and Jeff Yass, alleged a $3 million contribution to Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, noting Republicans labeled Democrats as socialists.