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Talarico Campaign Restocks “Not Ken Paxton’s Pen” After Criticism

8/21/2026

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James Talarico highlighted a $1,000 Montblanc pen incident to criticize Ken Paxton.
His campaign sold over 13,000 “Not Ken Paxton’s Pen” items and announced a restock.
Talarico posted on X, saying Paxton protects puppies like he protects pedophiles, citing a plea deal.
Democrats view the Texas Senate race as their best chance to flip a seat since 1988, with polls neck-and-neck.

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Story summary

James Talarico highlighted a $1,000 Montblanc pen incident to criticize Ken Paxton.
His campaign sold over 13,000 “Not Ken Paxton’s Pen” items and announced a restock.
Talarico posted on X, saying Paxton protects puppies like he protects pedophiles, citing a plea deal.
Democrats view the Texas Senate race as their best chance to flip a seat since 1988, with polls neck-and-neck.